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A16 BTY

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,969 mi
Last recorded24,969 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 BTY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 24,969 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2022 24,464 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 23,981 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 23,807 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 23,155 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 22,006 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 19,976 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 17,302 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 13,510 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 13,507 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 13,024 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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A16 BTY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,237 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 BTY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A16 BTY registered?

A16 BTY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is A16 BTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 BTY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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