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P271 WKH

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,090 mi
Last recorded34,090 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 WKH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 34,090 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 30,337 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2015 30,337 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 27,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2010 14,370 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 14,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 May 2009 12,666 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 24 May 2008 11,255 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 May 2008 11,255 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 11,241 miles

FRONT BRAKE BINDING SLIGHTLY

Pass 26 Jul 2006 11,127 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 11,127 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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 WKH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WKH, 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 P271 WKH registered?

P271 WKH is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P271 WKH safe to buy?

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