MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,116 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Front Brake disc insecure both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
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)
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
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
petrol tank dented
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
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is P278 XYS safe to buy?
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