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P472 YFR

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

2,310 mi
Last recorded2,310 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP472 YFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 2,310 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 1,761 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2023 1,761 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2023 1,760 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 1,448 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 1,318 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements margin around figures reduced by number plate lamp (0.1 (d))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced righthand frame cradle mounting bolts missing (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Engine mounting bolt missing

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 44,640 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 38,101 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 38,101 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 36,403 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 34,804 miles

number plate light missing

Fail 31 May 2011 33,747 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 31 May 2011 33,747 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 31,739 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 31,730 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Fail 22 May 2009 27,887 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

front tyre cracking

Pass 22 May 2009 27,887 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 23 May 2008 24,383 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 24,383 miles

Front Brake lever excessively damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

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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P472 YFR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 P472 YFR, 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 P472 YFR registered?

P472 YFR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 7 May 1997.

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