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P232 GAW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,741 mi
Last recorded15,741 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 GAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 15,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 14,209 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 14,025 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 14,025 miles

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 13,260 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 May 2021 13,244 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2017 11,606 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 9,762 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 8,877 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 8,877 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 8,706 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 8,656 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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P232 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P232 GAW, 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 P232 GAW registered?

P232 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P232 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P232 GAW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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