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P408 LRV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

41,440 mi
Last recorded41,440 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP408 LRV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 41,440 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 41,440 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)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 39,285 miles

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 39,285 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 33,046 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 30,317 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 29,116 miles

Fuel tank slightly inscure

Fail 10 Aug 2009 29,113 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

fuel tank rubber lount missing

Pass 9 Jun 2008 28,073 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 27,991 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 26,745 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

number 2 carb oily

slight play in gear selector mechanism

Fail 8 Jun 2007 26,745 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

number 2 carb oily

slight play in gear selector mechanism

Pass 8 Jun 2006 25,212 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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P408 LRV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 P408 LRV, 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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P408 LRV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 20 February 1997.

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