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P261 PDM

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

41,659 mi
Last recorded41,659 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP261 PDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 41,659 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 40,049 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 39,068 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 39,068 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2015 38,857 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2015 38,857 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 37,917 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 35,675 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 35,001 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 29,801 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 29,801 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 26,975 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 29 May 2007 21,877 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,644 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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P261 PDM 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 78.6%.

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 P261 PDM, 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 P261 PDM registered?

P261 PDM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P261 PDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P261 PDM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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