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P587 DDV

1997 Suzuki GSX600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,398 mi
Last recorded32,398 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX60022,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP587 DDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 32,398 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Jun 2016 32,398 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 32,213 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 31,752 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 31,736 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 31,372 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 30,559 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 30,559 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 30,192 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 29,324 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 May 2006 26,962 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 26,962 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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P587 DDV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P587 DDV, 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 P587 DDV registered?

P587 DDV is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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