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P496 BCT

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

37,481 mi
Last recorded37,481 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V22,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP496 BCT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 V
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 37,481 miles

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))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 37,411 miles

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))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 36,705 miles

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))

Pass 5 Dec 2019 35,533 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 34,562 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 34,562 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 May 2017 33,018 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 31,550 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 31,438 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 31,438 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 31,145 miles

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.

Fail 21 Jan 2014 31,145 miles

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.

Pass 19 Sep 2012 29,181 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 29,174 miles

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)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 26,596 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 26,596 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2010 26,195 miles

Will need an LED flasher unit fitting.Engine tickover slightly to fast.

Pass 12 Aug 2009 25,033 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 23,813 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,341 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 19,014 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 V?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
796
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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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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What year was P496 BCT registered?

P496 BCT is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V, first registered on 23 June 1997.

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