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N171 VPM

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Maroon Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,110 mi
Last recorded45,110 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 VPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 May 2015 45,110 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2015 45,110 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 39,816 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 36,158 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 33,417 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 30,209 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 28,235 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 24,475 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2009 24,475 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 23,763 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 21,341 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 19,342 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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N171 VPM is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Maroon with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 N171 VPM, 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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What year was N171 VPM registered?

N171 VPM is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N171 VPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N171 VPM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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