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P455 NVM

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,975 mi
Last recorded42,975 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP455 NVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 42,975 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 35,279 miles

Central Rear Lower Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front NS and OS brake hoses outer sheath damaged and covered with black tape. No signs of fluid leaks or damage to inner.

Fail 1 May 2024 35,279 miles

Central Rear Lower Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Upper Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front NS and OS brake hoses outer sheath damaged and covered with black tape. No signs of fluid leaks or damage to inner.

Pass 4 Apr 2023 37,681 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm & suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 37,370 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 36,110 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 35,186 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 33,410 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 31,727 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 29,820 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 25,318 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 22,942 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 22,331 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 22,327 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2010 20,661 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 18,065 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 14,324 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 13,454 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 13,454 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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P455 NVM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P455 NVM, 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 P455 NVM registered?

P455 NVM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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