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P454 VRO

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

32,653 mi
Last recorded32,653 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP454 VRO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2019 32,653 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 32,417 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 31,983 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 31,106 miles

Front pipe to link pipe clamp loose but exhaust system is secure

Pass 24 Jun 2015 30,227 miles

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 16 Jun 2014 29,155 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 27,334 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

nearside stanchion pitted

offside stanchion pitted

Pass 25 May 2012 25,264 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

oil level slightly high

Fail 22 May 2012 25,183 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

oil level slightly high

Pass 5 May 2011 22,608 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 22,527 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2010 20,215 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 May 2010 20,215 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 May 2009 18,063 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 May 2009 18,063 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 16,118 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 12,473 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 12,473 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 8,684 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P454 VRO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P454 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 P454 VRO registered?

P454 VRO is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 July 1997.

Is P454 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P454 VRO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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