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R85 CFB

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,982 mi
Last recorded42,982 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W26,338 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 CFB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 W
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 42,982 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2024 42,982 miles

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

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 39,257 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 33,444 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive and very corroded (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front brake lever pivot worn

Rear brake pedal travel long

Pass 10 Apr 2019 29,830 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Jul 2007 29,139 miles

Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 27,627 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 W?

Based on 2,245 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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R85 CFB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 26,338 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 600 W fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R85 CFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R85 CFB registered?

R85 CFB is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 W, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R85 CFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R85 CFB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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