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P179 NWG

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,393 mi
Last recorded43,393 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 NWG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 43,393 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 43,286 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 43,286 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 43,119 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 42,801 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 42,481 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 42,295 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 42,129 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 41,926 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 41,776 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 40,961 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 39,295 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 39,295 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 35,620 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 35,620 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 28,326 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 18,413 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 18,398 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 17,668 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 17,007 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 16,854 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 NWG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NWG, 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 NWG registered?

P179 NWG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P179 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P179 NWG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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