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P179 KES

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,158 mi
Last recorded15,158 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 KES
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2021 15,158 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 14,710 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 12,600 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 10,164 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 7,673 miles

Exhaust noisy n/s and o/s (7.1.2)

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 13 May 2016 5,855 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 4,574 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 3,219 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 2,059 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 29 May 2012 23,061 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 23,057 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

oil leak from engine

Pass 5 Jul 2010 22,734 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 21,179 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 21,179 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 20,409 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 19,674 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 16,687 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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P179 KES is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P179 KES, 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 P179 KES registered?

P179 KES is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P179 KES safe to buy?

The MOT history for P179 KES shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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