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R608 AKN

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,415 mi
Last recorded27,415 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw28,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR608 AKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 Sw
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2009 27,415 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 26,484 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 25,832 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear tyre pressure excessively low

Fail 11 Oct 2006 25,832 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

rear tyre pressure excessively low

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw?

Based on 1,245 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
824
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 8
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R608 AKN is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 28,444 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 600 Sw fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R608 AKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R608 AKN registered?

R608 AKN is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw, first registered on 4 October 1997.

Is R608 AKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R608 AKN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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