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P242 TMV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,896 mi
Last recorded56,896 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 TMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2025 56,896 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 56,694 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 55,487 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 52,881 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 52,881 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 51,052 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 49,945 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 48,418 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 48,379 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

front mudgaurd loose

Pass 5 Dec 2017 44,754 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 41,422 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 41,422 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2011 32,098 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2010 23,660 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 19,139 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 19,139 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 12,212 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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P242 TMV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P242 TMV, 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 P242 TMV registered?

P242 TMV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is P242 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 TMV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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