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J600 GOV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,174 mi
Last recorded51,174 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ600 GOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 51,174 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 50,269 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 49,581 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 48,663 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 47,805 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 46,744 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 45,829 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 42,459 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 42,459 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2013 40,703 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 37,114 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 37,114 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,186 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

chain rotation slighty rough

front brakes starting to binde.front forke dust covers deteriorated

Fail 23 Apr 2011 36,186 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

chain rotation slighty rough

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

front brakes starting to binde.front forke dust covers deteriorated

Pass 13 Apr 2010 35,592 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 35,592 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 30 Mar 2009 35,116 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 35,116 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 33,644 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 31,787 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 30,253 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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J600 GOV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J600 GOV, 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 J600 GOV registered?

J600 GOV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J600 GOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J600 GOV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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