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G5 FCH

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,845 mi
Last recorded46,845 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 FCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 46,845 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,114 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 42,847 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 41,438 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 41,438 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 38,972 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 33,254 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 50,707 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2008 50,639 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 47,172 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 41,285 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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G5 FCH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G5 FCH, 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 G5 FCH registered?

G5 FCH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G5 FCH safe to buy?

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