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R117 NHY

1998 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,135 mi
Last recorded12,135 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF60024,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 NHY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 12,135 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 12,135 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 12,112 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 11,906 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 11,766 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 11,766 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 11,746 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 11,718 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 11,323 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 10,971 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 10,554 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 10,259 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 9,714 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 9,215 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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R117 NHY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R117 NHY, 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 R117 NHY registered?

R117 NHY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R117 NHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 NHY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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