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P168 SEW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,117 mi
Last recorded32,117 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 SEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 32,117 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 32,107 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 31,990 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left hand side (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 31,416 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 30,258 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 29,575 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 29,170 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 29,170 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 28,332 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 27,082 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 25,773 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 25,773 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2010 24,767 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 24,208 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 24,208 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2008 21,968 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Oct 2007 16,301 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 11,152 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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P168 SEW 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 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 P168 SEW, 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 P168 SEW registered?

P168 SEW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P168 SEW safe to buy?

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