MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
38,064 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly Sticks (6.2.1f)
Clutch cable adjuster lock nut loose
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel can be turned by hand but brake binding slightly
Only running on 3 cylinders
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Clutch cable adjuster lock nut loose
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel can be turned by hand but brake binding slightly
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Only running on 3 cylinders
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Chain split link (6.2.1h)
Offside Rear Footrest insecure Circlip missing (6.2.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS
Rear Lower Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted Bolt loose on suspension linkage (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (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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P281 CEL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P281 CEL, 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 P281 CEL registered?
P281 CEL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 May 1997.
Is P281 CEL safe to buy?
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