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R101 FGP

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,366 mi
Last recorded58,366 miles
Recorded on9 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR101 FGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2015 58,366 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 9 May 2015 58,366 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Chain guard missing

Pass 6 Sep 2013 33,664 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 29,662 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 24,965 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

speedo cable broken.

Pass 16 Apr 2010 24,510 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2010 24,510 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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R101 FGP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R101 FGP, 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 R101 FGP registered?

R101 FGP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R101 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R101 FGP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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