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P135 RTU

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

35,883 mi
Last recorded35,883 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP135 RTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 35,883 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 35,799 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 35,231 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 35,229 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 33,829 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 33,829 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 29,894 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 27,214 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 27,167 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 21 Jun 2011 27,167 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 May 2010 26,210 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 May 2009 25,568 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 23,741 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 23,737 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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P135 RTU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,237 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 P135 RTU, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P135 RTU registered?

P135 RTU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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