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P229 UAE

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

45,672 mi
Last recorded45,672 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 UAE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 45,672 miles

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

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 28 Apr 2014 45,672 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 43,197 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 43,197 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2011 39,893 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight bind on front brake

Pass 15 Jun 2010 37,145 miles

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

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

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

number plate light not working

Fail 9 Jun 2010 37,145 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

number plate light not working

Pass 15 Jun 2009 32,456 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 32,456 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 25,584 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 16,270 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 16,270 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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P229 UAE is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P229 UAE, 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 P229 UAE registered?

P229 UAE is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P229 UAE safe to buy?

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