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P291 ESO

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

19,557 mi
Last recorded19,557 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 ESO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 19,557 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

steering slightly notchy

Pass 14 Aug 2018 19,362 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

steering slightly notchy

Pass 13 Jul 2017 18,582 miles

slight play on rear shock absorber lower bush

Fail 15 Jun 2017 18,532 miles

Front Brake hose excessively kinked at reservoir (3.2.B3a)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure drivers (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure pillion wont stiy in upright position (6.2.1a)

Rear Lower Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 18,258 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 17,775 miles

Rear Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 17,775 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 17,775 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 17,775 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate

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

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

Slight surface rust on chassis

Fail 16 Jul 2013 17,775 miles

Rear Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front position lamp does not illuminate

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

Slight surface rust on chassis

Pass 13 Jul 2012 14,759 miles

n/s front brake gripping slightly

Pass 8 Jun 2010 13,902 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake gripping slightly

Pass 2 Jul 2008 12,677 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 12,081 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 7,186 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 7,186 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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P291 ESO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P291 ESO, 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 P291 ESO registered?

P291 ESO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 12 July 1997.

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