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P579 OBU

1997 Suzuki GSX600

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,122 mi
Last recorded7,122 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX60022,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP579 OBU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 7,122 miles

Central Front Lower Both sides fairings insecure. Bolts/clips missing or unsuitable.

Engine misfire.

Pass 13 May 2022 7,010 miles

Front Tyre slightly cracked/perishing

Fail 6 May 2022 7,009 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly cracked/perishing

Pass 2 Sep 2019 6,906 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 6,710 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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P579 OBU is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P579 OBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P579 OBU registered?

P579 OBU is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P579 OBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P579 OBU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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