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P506 GCH

1997 Suzuki XF650

Orange Petrol 644cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,557 mi
Last recorded26,557 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki XF65025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP506 GCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelXF650
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine644cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 26,557 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 26,190 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 25,929 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 25,659 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 25,128 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 24,623 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 24,153 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 23,737 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 23,320 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 23,005 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 23,005 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 22,698 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 22,675 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 22,626 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 22,564 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 22,087 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 21,139 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 21,089 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 19,458 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 19,458 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2007 17,309 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 16,308 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki XF650?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 366 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
868
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
366
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 51
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Headlamp aim too low 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 31
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P506 GCH is a 1997 Suzuki XF650 in Orange with a 644cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki XF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki XF650 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P506 GCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki XF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki XF650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P506 GCH registered?

P506 GCH is a 1997 Suzuki XF650, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P506 GCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P506 GCH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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