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P237 VHT

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,509 mi
Last recorded37,509 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 VHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 37,509 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 34,060 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Apr 2016 34,034 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 33,903 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 33,684 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,467 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2013 33,467 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 31,652 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 31,172 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 31,172 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 30,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,359 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 May 2008 28,664 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 28,651 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 27,890 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 27,887 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 VHT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 VHT, 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 VHT registered?

P237 VHT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 24 April 1997.

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