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P286 SGP

1997 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

45,337 mi
Last recorded45,337 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX60022,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP286 SGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 45,337 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion slight misting (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion slight misting (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2017 45,331 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Screen (2.1.2e)

Pass 24 May 2016 45,327 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 May 2016 45,327 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low Fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts in tyre to cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Clutch operation stiff

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Screen and fairings insecure (2.1.2e)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 44,467 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 44,467 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2013 43,846 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 May 2013 43,846 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 May 2012 42,722 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

advise light damage to fairing

Fail 22 May 2012 42,722 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Lower Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

advise light damage to fairing

Pass 29 Jan 2011 41,533 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

advise clutch control stiff

Pass 20 Jan 2010 39,487 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 15,962 miles

exhaust 90% rotten

Pass 1 Jun 2007 15,624 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,262 miles

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

slight perishing of rear tyre

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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P286 SGP is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 22,653 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P286 SGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P286 SGP registered?

P286 SGP is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 16 May 1997.

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