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Suzuki GSF600

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 599 cc

R71 SKWMOT history

R71 SKW is a black petrol Suzuki GSF600 first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 29,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
29,857 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R71 SKW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF600
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R71 SKW was last recorded at 29,857 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 2,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,461 miles · 21 Aug 2014
Between the last two tests
2,396 miles
Average per year
383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,857 miles
  • 2014 – 27,461 miles
  • 2013 – 25,449 miles
  • 2012 – 24,533 miles
  • 2011 – 23,721 miles
  • 2009 – 22,467 miles
  • 2008 – 22,432 miles
  • 2007 – 22,275 miles
  • 2006 – 22,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,857 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
  • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

12 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,857 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    29,857 miles
    Test number
    973312110544
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail29,857 miles (+2,396)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,857 miles
    Test number
    901594834867
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass27,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,461 miles
    Test number
    939383034293
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  4. Fail27,461 miles (+2,012)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,461 miles
    Test number
    108057124266
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  5. Pass25,449 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,449 miles
    Test number
    308733833228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass24,533 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,533 miles
    Test number
    175942552141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,721 miles (+1,254)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,721 miles
    Test number
    699912501183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass22,467 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,467 miles
    Test number
    214519209292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass22,432 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,432 miles
    Test number
    413486878162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass22,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,275 miles
    Test number
    540939627003
    • AdvisoryBrake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  11. Fail22,275 miles (+151)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,275 miles
    Test number
    191866227015
    • FailureFront Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
    • FailureRear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  12. Pass22,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,124 miles
    Test number
    141082536420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R71 SKW

Does R71 SKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R71 SKW is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R71 SKW?
The MOT on R71 SKW is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R71 SKW done?
R71 SKW was recorded at 29,857 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 383 miles a year.
Has R71 SKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R71 SKW has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on R71 SKW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R71 SKW find?
R71 SKW passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: clutch lever shortened; drive chain worn but not considered excessive; exhaust noisy, and 2 more.

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