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N396 MEU

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,157 mi
Last recorded5,157 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN396 MEU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 5,157 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 5,157 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 4,529 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 1,143 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 103 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 60,724 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 60,132 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 May 2011 59,332 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 58,250 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

rear no plate light not working

Fail 28 Apr 2010 58,161 miles

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

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

rear no plate light not working

Pass 15 Oct 2007 52,616 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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N396 MEU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 N396 MEU, 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 N396 MEU registered?

N396 MEU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N396 MEU safe to buy?

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