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N443 VPD

1996 Suzuki Gsf 600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

54,432 mi
Last recorded54,432 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 60028,333 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN443 VPD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 54,432 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2023 54,419 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Speedometer, front left wiring loom, rear electrical switch and rear fairings are all unsecure

Fail 26 Jun 2023 54,332 miles

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

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Front Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 52,182 miles

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

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2022 52,182 miles

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

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 50,310 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,560 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 17,560 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 42,619 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 34,550 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 34,550 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 29,238 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2016 29,238 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 26,422 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

N/s footpeg incorrectly fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2014 26,100 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 24,297 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

slight bind on brakes

slight damage to exhaust

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
810
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 14
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N443 VPD is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 28,333 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 Gsf 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N443 VPD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N443 VPD is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 600, first registered on 28 June 1996.

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