MOT Status
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37,481 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Front frame is starting to rust
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Rear reflector deteriorated but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear rear reflector slightly damaged
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rubber brake hoses should have been replaced 13 years ago, as per manufactures instructions, brakes feel vauge as a result.
Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rubber brake hoses should have been replaced 13 years ago, as per manufactures instructions, brakes feel vauge as a result.
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Will need an LED flasher unit fitting.Engine tickover slightly to fast.
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 V?
Based on 789 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P496 BCT is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 22,332 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 Gsf 600 V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P496 BCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Gsf 600 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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P496 BCT is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V, first registered on 23 June 1997.
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