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S492 VAY

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

37,383 mi
Last recorded37,383 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw25,282 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS492 VAY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 Sw
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 37,383 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 37,159 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2020 37,159 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 36,817 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 36,556 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 35,643 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 34,676 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 32,265 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 29,705 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2014 29,705 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 May 2013 27,384 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 May 2013 27,384 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 25,878 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2011 24,769 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 23,696 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 22,236 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 21,885 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 21,299 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 21,299 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw?

Based on 1,245 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
824
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 8
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S492 VAY is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,282 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S492 VAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S492 VAY registered?

S492 VAY is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw, first registered on 2 September 1998.

Is S492 VAY safe to buy?

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