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P137 ONV

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,163 mi
Last recorded27,163 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V22,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP137 ONV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 V
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 27,163 miles

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

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

Rear brake slightly spongy.

Fail 11 Dec 2025 27,163 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2025 27,163 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2009 26,923 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 261,415 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Apr 2008 261,415 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 25,558 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 23,080 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 V?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
796
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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P137 ONV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 22,332 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 V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P137 ONV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P137 ONV registered?

P137 ONV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P137 ONV safe to buy?

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