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P226 TFM

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,398 mi
Last recorded29,398 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V22,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP226 TFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 V
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 29,398 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 28,996 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2025 28,996 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 24,926 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 23,972 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit SLIGHT CRACKING ON SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 20,129 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 20,084 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 20,084 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 19,926 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 19,768 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 19,768 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 19,361 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 19,352 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 19,341 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 V?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
796
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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P226 TFM is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 22,332 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 Gsf 600 V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P226 TFM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P226 TFM registered?

P226 TFM is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P226 TFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P226 TFM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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