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P459 GRR

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,675 mi
Last recorded28,675 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP459 GRR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 28,675 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2026 28,673 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2025 26,618 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 24,586 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 21,969 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 20,726 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2022 20,726 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 May 2022 20,726 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 28 May 2020 20,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 19,018 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 16,507 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 14,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 18 Jun 2016 14,596 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 10,808 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 9,602 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 8,954 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 7,199 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,636 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 6,394 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 5,618 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 4,608 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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P459 GRR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P459 GRR, 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 P459 GRR registered?

P459 GRR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P459 GRR safe to buy?

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