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P478 WCW

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

34,405 mi
Last recorded34,405 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP478 WCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 34,405 miles

carbs damp

Fail 28 Jul 2022 34,374 miles

Fuel system component leaking tap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 34,250 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 34,175 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 33,770 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 33,518 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 33,500 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 33,490 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2012 33,117 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2012 33,117 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 31,520 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 31,520 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 28,974 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 28,759 miles

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

front tyre mishapen

rear light insecure

rear number plate light not working

Pass 19 Dec 2005 25,559 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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P478 WCW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P478 WCW, 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 P478 WCW registered?

P478 WCW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 10 February 1997.

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