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N371 FLR

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN371 FLR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Mar 2026

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 68,619 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 68,619 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 21,532 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 21,484 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 20,787 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 20,642 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 20,642 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 18 May 2016 20,449 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 19,959 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,959 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 19,638 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 19,638 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 19,486 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 19,238 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 18,446 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 17,991 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 17,991 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 17,087 miles

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 16,192 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake rod slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 8 May 2006 15,639 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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N371 FLR is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N371 FLR, 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 N371 FLR registered?

N371 FLR is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N371 FLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N371 FLR shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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