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R31 KGC

1997 Suzuki Gsf

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

34,727 mi
Last recorded34,727 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf30,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 KGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 34,727 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2018 34,471 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on number plate lamp (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired both head lights (1.2.3a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit replace asap (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2013 34,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake pedal sticking a little bit

Fail 20 Jul 2013 34,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear brake pedal sticking a little bit

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 33,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 33,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2011 32,664 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 32,664 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Upper Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 30,754 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 30,740 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 26,027 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 22,689 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 22,678 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 20,138 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 20,138 miles

Front Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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R31 KGC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 30,205 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R31 KGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R31 KGC registered?

R31 KGC is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 19 November 1997.

Is R31 KGC safe to buy?

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