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P539 OAV

1997 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

22,241 mi
Last recorded22,241 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX60022,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP539 OAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 22,241 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 21,858 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 21,729 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2022 21,725 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain has tight links.

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre has perishing to sidewalls.

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm underside. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Drive chain rivet link damaged.

Pass 16 Nov 2021 21,356 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 21,347 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Rear brake (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 21,071 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 20,683 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 19,914 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 18,784 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 18,693 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 18,582 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 18,365 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 18,347 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,950 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 17,323 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 16,837 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 16,201 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 15,197 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 14,043 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 13,255 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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P539 OAV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P539 OAV, 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 P539 OAV registered?

P539 OAV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P539 OAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P539 OAV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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