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P238 SNV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,746 mi
Last recorded14,746 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP238 SNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 14,746 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

No mirrors fitted

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 13,907 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 12,997 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 11,864 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing rear shock seems to be soft and damping/rebound reduced (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2017 11,790 miles

Front and rear brake hoses have aluminium banjos fitted

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 11,719 miles

Aluminium banjo's on front and rear brake hoses

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Apr 2016 11,719 miles

Aluminium banjo's on front and rear brake hoses

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

Fail 12 May 2015 11,701 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 11,701 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 11,673 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front and rear brake hoses have alloy fittings

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

Fail 19 Feb 2011 11,638 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 11,638 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 11,366 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 10,796 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 10,795 miles

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

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

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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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P238 SNV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P238 SNV, 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 P238 SNV registered?

P238 SNV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 22 March 1997.

Is P238 SNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P238 SNV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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