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R114 VSJ

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,280 mi
Last recorded55,280 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR114 VSJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2020 55,280 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 54,612 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2018 54,612 miles

Rear Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2017 54,606 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 53,245 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 53,245 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 47,981 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2014 46,303 miles

Drive chain dry and has tight spot

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

Front brake binding slightly

Fail 7 Mar 2014 46,301 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain dry and has tight spot

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

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 8 Feb 2013 44,629 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

front and rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 10 Nov 2011 43,024 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 30,018 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 26,563 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 25,431 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 24,186 miles

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
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R114 VSJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R114 VSJ, 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.

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What year was R114 VSJ registered?

R114 VSJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 22 May 1998.

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