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P189 WAB

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,467 mi
Last recorded40,467 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 WAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2012 40,467 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 40,467 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 33,006 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 29,106 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 29,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 23,618 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 18,192 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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P189 WAB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P189 WAB, 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 P189 WAB registered?

P189 WAB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P189 WAB safe to buy?

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