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N170 HMA

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

60,730 mi
Last recorded60,730 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 HMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 60,730 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 60,730 miles

Central Lower Fuel system component leaking carburetor overflow slight leak! (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2016 57,946 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Has a tight spot. (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Upper and lower main frame. (6.1.1a)

Oil drain pipes at cylinder head corroded.

No chain guard.

Fail 25 May 2016 57,946 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Has a tight spot. (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Upper and lower main frame. (6.1.1a)

Oil drain pipes at cylinder head corroded.

No chain guard.

Pass 3 May 2014 54,968 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear mudguard insecure

cracking on sidewall rear tyre

Pass 9 Apr 2013 53,632 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 6 Apr 2013 53,631 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 52,716 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 50,241 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 48,541 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 48,541 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 46,021 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 38,717 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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N170 HMA is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 26,170 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 N170 HMA, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N170 HMA is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 June 1996.

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