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P165 SMX

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

35,275 mi
Last recorded35,275 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP165 SMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 35,275 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 33,179 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 33,179 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2023 33,066 miles

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

running rough

Fail 22 May 2023 33,063 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 33,016 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

running rough

Pass 8 Aug 2019 32,841 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 32,534 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 32,301 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Jun 2017 32,301 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 32,068 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 29,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 25,230 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 6 Aug 2012 25,217 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 16,495 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 15,145 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 Oct 2006 14,920 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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P165 SMX is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P165 SMX, 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 P165 SMX registered?

P165 SMX is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 23 April 1997.

Is P165 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P165 SMX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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