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P473 XAG

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,039 mi
Last recorded65,039 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP473 XAG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2020 65,039 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 63,040 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 18 Apr 2018 62,600 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 61,420 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 61,420 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 58,047 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 54,463 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 51,820 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 48,958 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 46,316 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 43,131 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2010 43,027 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 39,258 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

number plate lamp dues not illuminate

Pass 11 Nov 2008 37,188 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 35,395 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2006 33,566 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
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P473 XAG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P473 XAG, 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 P473 XAG registered?

P473 XAG is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is P473 XAG safe to buy?

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