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P28 LPX

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

51,628 mi
Last recorded51,628 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 LPX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 51,628 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2025 51,608 miles

Drive chain excessively loose fouling and cutting into main stand (6.1.7 (c) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 49,294 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2024 49,289 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 46,681 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Rear and front sprocket slightly worn out, recommend to replace (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre close to legal limit, recommend replacing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 43,809 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 43,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 40,735 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 40,735 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 May 2019 27,912 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 27,912 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 25,327 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive evidence of partially seized links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 24,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 24,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 22,662 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 22,662 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2015 21,284 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 17,255 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 10,932 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 10,777 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 10,254 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 10,098 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 10,007 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 9,891 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 9,686 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 9,451 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 9,451 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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P28 LPX is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 P28 LPX, 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 P28 LPX registered?

P28 LPX is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 March 1997.

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