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P187 SMX

1997 Suzuki VS600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,537 mi
Last recorded66,537 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS60015,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP187 SMX
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2015 66,537 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 66,492 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 66,201 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 65,330 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 63,834 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 63,833 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Slight Bind On Front Brake, Less Than 10% Overall Brake Effort

Pass 4 Mar 2010 61,912 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 61,921 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 60,410 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

RBT shows slight binding on Front brake.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2009 60,410 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

RBT shows slight binding on Front brake.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 58,970 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 56,790 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 56,790 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 53,446 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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P187 SMX is a 1997 Suzuki VS600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 15,161 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 VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P187 SMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P187 SMX registered?

P187 SMX is a 1997 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P187 SMX safe to buy?

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