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P159 GJU

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,968 mi
Last recorded18,968 miles
Recorded on7 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 GJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2011 18,968 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 12,351 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 12,298 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 12,140 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 11,790 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2006 11,790 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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
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P159 GJU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P159 GJU, 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 P159 GJU registered?

P159 GJU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P159 GJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 GJU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P159 GJU have outstanding finance?

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