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P452 CLJ

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

2,042 mi
Last recorded2,042 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP452 CLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 2,042 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 1,880 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 1,788 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 28,992 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 28,790 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 28,613 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 28,613 miles

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 28,413 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 24,902 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 24,902 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 22,885 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2015 22,636 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2015 22,636 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable rear cross-ply tyre is not suitable for radial front tyre (4.1.1)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 21,178 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 21,049 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 20,298 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 18,965 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 18,223 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 17,926 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 15,957 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
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P452 CLJ 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 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P452 CLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P452 CLJ registered?

P452 CLJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is P452 CLJ safe to buy?

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