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P454 PEW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

26,342 mi
Last recorded26,342 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP454 PEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 26,342 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 26,333 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 26,249 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 26,244 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 26,003 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 25,615 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 24,917 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 24,917 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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 15 Jul 2011 23,914 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 23,914 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2010 22,788 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 19 Jun 2010 22,788 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 May 2009 20,749 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 18,111 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 15,713 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 15,043 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 14,685 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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P454 PEW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 P454 PEW, 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 P454 PEW registered?

P454 PEW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is P454 PEW safe to buy?

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