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P157 SYH

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,558 mi
Last recorded38,558 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 SYH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 38,558 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 37,831 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 37,440 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 35,854 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 35,854 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2017 35,580 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 35,323 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 34,603 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 33,406 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 32,514 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 30,379 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 26,224 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 24,327 miles

Oil leak

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

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

rear suspension linkage has slight play

Pass 5 Jul 2008 24,045 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 24,000 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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P157 SYH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P157 SYH, 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 P157 SYH registered?

P157 SYH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P157 SYH safe to buy?

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