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P268 RNV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,341 mi
Last recorded36,341 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 RNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 36,341 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 34,895 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 34,365 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 34,363 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 33,575 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 33,106 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 31,719 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front tyre starting to crack across tread.

Registration plate in poor condition but still readable.

Pass 27 Apr 2017 31,265 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

brake hoses in sleeves

rear foot rest siezed

Pass 26 Mar 2016 30,201 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

brake hoses in sleeves

temp repair n/s front ind

Fail 26 Mar 2016 30,201 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

brake hoses in sleeves

temp repair n/s front ind

Pass 18 Mar 2015 28,996 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 27,918 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2014 27,892 miles

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

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

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 26,045 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 22,744 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 18,404 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 14,894 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 12,582 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 12,518 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 12,518 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 17 May 2007 11,600 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 17 May 2007 11,600 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 8,442 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 5,910 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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P268 RNV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P268 RNV, 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 P268 RNV registered?

P268 RNV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 14 June 1997.

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