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P237 NFL

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests27 (24 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,948 mi
Last recorded30,948 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 NFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

24 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 30,948 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 30,410 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 30,046 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 29,621 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 29,095 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 29,087 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 28,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 27,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 May 2019 27,356 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 26,625 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 25,968 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 10 May 2016 24,878 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 24,124 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 22,238 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 20,760 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 20,240 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,497 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 18,538 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 16,977 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2009 16,977 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 84 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 15,563 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 5,695 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 14,157 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 5,451 miles

front after market auxillary lamp is not white

Pass 4 May 2006 11,401 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 5,064 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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P237 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P237 NFL, 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 P237 NFL registered?

P237 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 8 March 1997.

Is P237 NFL safe to buy?

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