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P447 SYF

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

37,002 mi
Last recorded37,002 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 60032,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP447 SYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Jan 2021 37,002 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Stop lamp not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 36,457 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 36,457 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 36,404 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rivet shims missing (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn linkage bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 32,159 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear slight play in mono-shock linkage bearing

Fail 5 Jun 2018 32,159 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear slight play in mono-shock linkage bearing

Pass 15 May 2007 29,878 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
810
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 18
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 14
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P447 SYF is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 32,276 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 Gsf 600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P447 SYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P447 SYF registered?

P447 SYF is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P447 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P447 SYF shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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