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P166 BBV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,989 mi
Last recorded47,989 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 BBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2012 47,989 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 43,754 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 37,761 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 26 Sep 2009 37,201 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 33,959 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 32,639 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 26,172 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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P166 BBV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P166 BBV, 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 P166 BBV registered?

P166 BBV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 May 1997.

Is P166 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P166 BBV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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