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P213 VAM

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,896 mi
Last recorded41,896 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP213 VAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 41,896 miles

exhaust slightly noisy

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

number plate cracked on mounting position but clearly visible

Fail 9 Jun 2018 41,896 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

exhaust slightly noisy

number plate cracked on mounting position but clearly visible

Pass 11 Mar 2017 41,132 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2017 41,132 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 37,344 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 32,422 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 28,746 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 24,393 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 24,248 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,419 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 16,346 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 15,705 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 10,388 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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P213 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P213 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 P213 VAM registered?

P213 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P213 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P213 VAM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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