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P429 XFG

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,761 mi
Last recorded36,761 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP429 XFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 36,761 miles

Brake light switches poorly adjusted

Fail 23 May 2023 36,761 miles

Brake light switches poorly adjusted

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2022 35,957 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 35,902 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 35,832 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 35,830 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 34,367 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front brakes binding slightly

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

Fail 10 Mar 2018 34,338 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front brakes binding slightly

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 31,965 miles

Front slight bind on front wheel

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2015 31,325 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 30,411 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Number plate light not illuminating

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

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

Tyres incorrect size

Pass 1 Aug 2012 27,409 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 27,409 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 24,865 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 24,198 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 24,198 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 23,272 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 23,266 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 23,259 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 23,150 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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P429 XFG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P429 XFG, 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 P429 XFG registered?

P429 XFG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 26 April 1997.

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