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GAZ 8481

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,466 mi
Last recorded29,466 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 8481
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 29,466 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 28,184 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 27,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 26,830 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 26,182 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 25,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 24,274 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front of fuel tank slightly loose - rubber possibly worn/missing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 23,101 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2018 23,101 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2017 22,043 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2016 21,256 miles

Front Offside Fork Dust Seal Perished

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2015 19,578 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 18,378 miles

Front Fuel Tank Rubber Appears To Be Missing Causing Tank To Wobble

Fuel Tank Cap Sealing Washer Is Showing Early Signs Of Deteriation

Nearside Front Brake Pad Retaining Pin Dust Cover Missing

Fail 1 Nov 2014 18,378 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Fuel Tank Rubber Appears To Be Missing Causing Tank To Wobble

Fuel Tank Cap Sealing Washer Is Showing Early Signs Of Deteriation

Nearside Front Brake Pad Retaining Pin Dust Cover Missing

Pass 9 Nov 2013 16,730 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 15,161 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 12,842 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Oct 2010 12,002 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 11,352 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 11,190 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 11,190 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 10,208 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 8,414 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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GAZ 8481 is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 24,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAZ 8481, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAZ 8481 registered?

GAZ 8481 is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is GAZ 8481 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 8481 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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