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M17 KME

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,552 mi
Last recorded48,552 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 KME
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 48,552 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 46,519 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 42,525 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 41,319 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 41,313 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 40,670 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 36,554 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 36,554 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 May 2015 35,294 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 31,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 1 May 2014 31,979 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 31,822 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 31,176 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 29,836 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 25,261 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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M17 KME is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M17 KME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M17 KME registered?

M17 KME is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is M17 KME safe to buy?

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