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P24 VGJ

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,430 mi
Last recorded46,430 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP24 VGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2021 46,430 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2015 51,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 45,365 miles

Headlight beam poor

Fail 30 Jul 2014 45,365 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Headlight beam poor

Pass 16 Jul 2013 44,287 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 42,886 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 42,076 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 42,076 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 37,956 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 34,327 miles

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 34,327 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 28,859 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 21,473 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 13,165 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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P24 VGJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P24 VGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P24 VGJ?

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What year was P24 VGJ registered?

P24 VGJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P24 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P24 VGJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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