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P163 FPM

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

18,151 mi
Last recorded18,151 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP163 FPM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 18,151 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 17,999 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 17,950 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 17,656 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 17,513 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 17,020 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,759 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 16,599 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 16,104 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 15,614 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2013 14,640 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 14,640 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 14,403 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 13,551 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 13,231 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 12,987 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 12,428 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 12,286 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
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P163 FPM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P163 FPM, 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 P163 FPM registered?

P163 FPM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P163 FPM safe to buy?

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