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P118 TWU

1996 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

30,570 mi
Last recorded30,570 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF60026,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP118 TWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 30,570 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 28,113 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 28,113 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2023 26,091 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 26,091 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2016 26,080 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 26,075 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 25,760 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2013 25,760 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 24,913 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 24,913 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2011 22,708 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 20,999 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 13,727 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 13,064 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 13,064 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2006 12,932 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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P118 TWU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P118 TWU, 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

How do I check the history of P118 TWU?

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What year was P118 TWU registered?

P118 TWU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P118 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P118 TWU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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