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P271 KNC

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,486 mi
Last recorded39,486 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 KNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 39,486 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 33,976 miles

wiring harness by steering lock stop pinched

Pass 2 Apr 2021 29,583 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front front banjo brake lines anodised not recommended for road use

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Apr 2021 29,583 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Front front banjo brake lines anodised not recommended for road use

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking on full lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 24,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 24,206 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,439 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 22,165 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 21,417 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 20,859 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 20,132 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 19,314 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 19,314 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 18,410 miles

Brake component cracked but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

brake lines fitted have race type anodized ends

Pass 5 Mar 2011 15,413 miles

front brake drags slightly

Fail 5 Mar 2011 15,413 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake drags slightly

Fail 12 Aug 2009 15,404 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 15,404 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 13,146 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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P271 KNC 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 P271 KNC, 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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P271 KNC is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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