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R717 FNM

1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,638 mi
Last recorded22,638 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw25,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR717 FNM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 Sw
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2013 22,638 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 16,172 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2011 9,937 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2011 9,924 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 8,061 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 6,614 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 5,766 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2007 5,514 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 5,512 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 4,752 miles

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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R717 FNM is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,282 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 R717 FNM, 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 28 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 R717 FNM registered?

R717 FNM is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R717 FNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R717 FNM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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