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P268 TVG

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,250 mi
Last recorded36,250 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP268 TVG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 36,250 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 31,277 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 30,913 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 30,913 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 30,596 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 30,593 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 29,777 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 25,798 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 23,340 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 22,477 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 21,740 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 20,592 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 19,865 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 19 May 2010 18,954 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 17,604 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 17,604 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2008 15,477 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 12,659 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 12,659 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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 TVG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P268 TVG, 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 TVG registered?

P268 TVG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P268 TVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P268 TVG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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