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N317 BLV

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,887 mi
Last recorded16,887 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN317 BLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 16,887 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 16,828 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 16,812 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 16,805 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 14,272 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 12,032 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 10,019 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 9,526 miles

Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2015 9,526 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 7,024 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 4,575 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 3,709 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 3,390 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 3,071 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 3,071 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2007 2,203 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 1,183 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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N317 BLV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N317 BLV, 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 N317 BLV registered?

N317 BLV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N317 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N317 BLV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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