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P174 VFV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,610 mi
Last recorded22,610 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 VFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 22,610 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 27,610 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 22,610 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 21,827 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 21,322 miles

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

front tyre in very poor condition

Fail 12 Jul 2012 21,322 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre worn through to inner rubber in spot

Fail 9 Jul 2011 19,823 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear shock absorber has play in top+bottom bushes

Pass 9 Jul 2011 19,823 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear shock absorber has play in top+bottom bushes

Pass 8 Jul 2010 14,650 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 13,144 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 13,053 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 10,225 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 10,225 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 9,548 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2006 9,548 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2005 9,421 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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P174 VFV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P174 VFV, 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 P174 VFV registered?

P174 VFV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P174 VFV safe to buy?

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