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P516 FRA

1997 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,886 mi
Last recorded35,886 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX60022,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP516 FRA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 35,886 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 35,485 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 34,644 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 34,643 miles

Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2023 33,931 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 33,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 32,960 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 32,960 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 32,036 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 31,025 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 30,420 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 30,420 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 29,236 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 28,642 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 27,964 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 27,964 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 26,187 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 24,813 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 23,841 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 23,381 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 22,834 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 21,946 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 21,946 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 21,774 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 21,774 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 21,411 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 20,077 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 19,691 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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P516 FRA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 22,653 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P516 FRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P516 FRA registered?

P516 FRA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P516 FRA safe to buy?

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