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P212 VTC

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,108 mi
Last recorded14,108 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP212 VTC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 14,108 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 12,280 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 11,795 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 10,839 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 9,358 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 9,303 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 8,970 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 8,970 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 May 2017 8,887 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2016 8,838 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slightly binding rear brake where it has been stood up ?

Pass 27 May 2015 8,755 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 8,612 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2013 8,511 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 8,511 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,443 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2010 8,318 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 8,169 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 8,096 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 7,956 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 7,769 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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P212 VTC is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P212 VTC, 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 P212 VTC registered?

P212 VTC is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P212 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P212 VTC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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