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P440 XFG

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,230 mi
Last recorded22,230 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP440 XFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 22,230 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Nearside Front indicater tapped

Pass 18 Apr 2024 21,611 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2024 21,604 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2021 50,909 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush vertical free-play in swinging arm (close to failure) (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 50,627 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 49,842 miles

valve stems have cracking in

Pass 17 Jun 2015 48,426 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 45,802 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 42,992 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 38,968 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 28,201 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 28,201 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 20,415 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 20,400 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 20,385 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 May 2008 20,161 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2007 19,519 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2007 19,504 miles

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)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 10 May 2007 19,472 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,954 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 17,947 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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
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P440 XFG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P440 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 P440 XFG registered?

P440 XFG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is P440 XFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P440 XFG shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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