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P226 VAM

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,278 mi
Last recorded29,278 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP226 VAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2011 29,278 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 28,912 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 27,847 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 27,100 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 26,683 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 26,142 miles

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

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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P226 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P226 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P226 VAM registered?

P226 VAM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P226 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P226 VAM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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