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P201 VAM

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

57,470 mi
Last recorded57,470 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 VAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 57,470 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 52,658 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 52,658 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar grip loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 50,788 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 50,285 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 49,813 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 45,990 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 45,990 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2018 41,004 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 34,378 miles

Rear rear tyre has slight cut in centre of tread

Pass 14 Mar 2016 33,783 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 33,783 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 33,778 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Number plate light not working

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 31,281 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 31,281 miles

Nearside Lower Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 27,905 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 25,652 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 24,784 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 23,534 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 22,424 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 21,091 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 20,202 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 20,078 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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P201 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 P201 VAM, 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 P201 VAM registered?

P201 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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