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P279 XYS

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,426 mi
Last recorded16,426 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 XYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 16,426 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

front brakes dragging slightly.

Pass 17 Sep 2011 1,743 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 1,417 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 1,417 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 979 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 421 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 421 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 134 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 13,932 miles

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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P279 XYS is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P279 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 P279 XYS registered?

P279 XYS is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P279 XYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 XYS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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