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N185 BNV

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

40,306 mi
Last recorded40,306 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN185 BNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2015 40,306 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 40,306 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 40,117 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear tyre side wall has rubbing marks

Fail 11 Jun 2014 40,117 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

throttle assy loose, no main beam tell tale light, engine oil breather imsecure, engine rear lower nut missing, rear tyre has side wall rubbing marks, mo locking device on side stand bolt, rear brake fluid resevior insecure

Pass 4 Jun 2007 31,620 miles

front suspension feels soft

Pass 12 Jun 2006 27,494 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 27,422 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.D1d)

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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N185 BNV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N185 BNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N185 BNV registered?

N185 BNV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 25 May 1996.

Is N185 BNV safe to buy?

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