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P470 AUM

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

30,090 mi
Last recorded30,090 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP470 AUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 30,090 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2026 30,081 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 7 May 2025 29,556 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 7 May 2025 29,556 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 29,408 miles

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2022 29,062 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2022 29,062 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 28,736 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 27,924 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has slight run-out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 26,274 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 25,052 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 25,052 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 23,894 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 23,890 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 23,782 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 23,626 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 23,507 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 23,153 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 22,673 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 21,659 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 20,314 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 18,697 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 12,827 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 17,203 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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P470 AUM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P470 AUM, 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 P470 AUM registered?

P470 AUM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 7 June 1997.

Is P470 AUM safe to buy?

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