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P29 VGJ

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,165 mi
Last recorded53,165 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP29 VGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2011 53,165 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 25 Jun 2011 53,165 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear wheel has a loose wheel stud(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 52,879 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Jul 2008 52,879 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

rear light secured by tape

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

n/s rear indicator lens secured by tape and cable tie

Fail 25 May 2007 52,879 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 25 May 2007 52,879 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
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P29 VGJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P29 VGJ, 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 P29 VGJ registered?

P29 VGJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P29 VGJ safe to buy?

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