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P218 VHW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,969 mi
Last recorded30,969 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP218 VHW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 30,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 29,176 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 29,039 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 28,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 28,468 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 27,308 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 27,189 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 26,944 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 26,937 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 26,652 miles

rear tyre has been plugged.

Fail 27 Aug 2009 26,644 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

rear tyre has been plugged.

Pass 14 Jul 2008 24,829 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 24,823 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 22,293 miles

front brake is binding very slightly

Pass 15 Jul 2006 21,531 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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P218 VHW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P218 VHW, 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 P218 VHW registered?

P218 VHW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P218 VHW safe to buy?

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