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P43 VRO

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

44,274 mi
Last recorded44,274 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP43 VRO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 44,274 miles

Throttle cable broken.

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

Nearside front footrest hanger bent.

Fail 16 Apr 2013 44,274 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

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

Nearside front footrest hanger bent.

Switchgear wiring incorrectly routed and unsupported.

Throttle cable broken.

Fail 5 Apr 2013 44,240 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 42,614 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 37,148 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 37,137 miles

offside handlebar switch gear slightly loose

Fail 24 May 2010 37,067 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

offside handlebar switch gear slightly loose

rear brake master cyclinder slightly loose

Pass 5 May 2009 34,161 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 30,837 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 3 May 2007 26,606 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 22,999 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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P43 VRO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P43 VRO, 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 P43 VRO registered?

P43 VRO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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