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N709 BVV

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Multi-colour Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

24,558 mi
Last recorded24,558 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN709 BVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 24,558 miles

Both indicator tell-tales flash at same time

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 9,056 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn both front (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey centre (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 8,902 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn both front (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey centre (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 4,060 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 43,063 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 43,063 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2015 43,063 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 42,648 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 42,425 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 42,019 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 42,019 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 41,581 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 41,160 miles

indicator speed fast

Fail 23 Jun 2010 41,160 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

indicator speed fast

Pass 12 Sep 2009 36,569 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 36,569 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 35,761 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 35,090 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 34,533 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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N709 BVV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Multi-colour with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 N709 BVV, 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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N709 BVV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 20 May 1996.

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