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P293 OPU

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,998 mi
Last recorded32,998 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP293 OPU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 32,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 3 Oct 2025 32,998 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high adjusted and fitted bulbs correctly. (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 32,981 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front brake action is not smooth when applied

Pass 6 Sep 2024 31,280 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 29,862 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 29,371 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 22,727 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 22,649 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2017 19,580 miles

front brake slight wheel bind

Pass 25 May 2010 17,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 16,661 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P293 OPU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P293 OPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P293 OPU registered?

P293 OPU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P293 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P293 OPU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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