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P190 HCH

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

23,248 mi
Last recorded23,248 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP190 HCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 23,248 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 23,248 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 23,143 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 22,968 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 22,866 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 22,717 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 22,194 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 22,194 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 21,938 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2014 21,938 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 21,260 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 22 May 2012 20,830 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 May 2012 20,830 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 19,246 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 19,246 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 18,590 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 18,590 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Fail 1 May 2009 37,197 miles

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

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 1 May 2009 37,197 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 36,577 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 36,371 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 29,075 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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P190 HCH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 P190 HCH, 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 P190 HCH registered?

P190 HCH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 14 May 1997.

Is P190 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P190 HCH shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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