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P193 KEF

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,853 mi
Last recorded35,853 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP193 KEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 35,853 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 34,990 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 34,990 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 34,885 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 34,883 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 34,881 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 34,795 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 34,520 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 34,477 miles

Front Upper forks slightly corroded

Nearside Front brake disc close to fork leg but not in contact

fork (dust seals) slightly deterioated

Pass 5 Aug 2017 34,398 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 34,056 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,687 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 33,175 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 32,052 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 28,912 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 26,836 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 26,480 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 26,480 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 25,566 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 25,566 miles

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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P193 KEF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P193 KEF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P193 KEF registered?

P193 KEF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 5 July 1997.

Is P193 KEF safe to buy?

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