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P278 XYS

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,116 mi
Last recorded82,116 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 XYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2021 82,116 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 82,114 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake disc insecure both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 May 2020 81,413 miles
Pass 12 May 2019 80,099 miles
Fail 12 May 2019 80,099 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 78,949 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 77,512 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 75,351 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 75,351 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 May 2015 72,274 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 May 2015 72,274 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 May 2014 67,209 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 66,175 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 25 May 2013 60,109 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

petrol tank dented

Pass 25 May 2013 60,109 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

petrol tank dented

Fail 19 Mar 2012 59,904 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 56,440 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 51,684 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 41,788 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 41,549 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.B1a)

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P278 XYS is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P278 XYS, 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 P278 XYS registered?

P278 XYS is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 3 June 1997.

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