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P209 OTU

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,553 mi
Last recorded19,553 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP209 OTU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 19,553 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 19,553 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 19,131 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 18,250 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 18,225 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 18,171 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 18,101 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2017 18,084 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 18,056 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 18,056 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when the front brake is applied (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 17,979 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 17,917 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 17,886 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 17,886 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 28 May 2010 17,713 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 May 2010 17,713 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 17,460 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 17,460 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 17,206 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 15,993 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 15,674 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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P209 OTU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P209 OTU, 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 P209 OTU registered?

P209 OTU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P209 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P209 OTU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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