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P612 MLW

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,944 mi
Last recorded40,944 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V22,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP612 MLW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2008 40,944 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 40,688 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2007 31,771 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

nearside front caliper hanger slightly bent

Fail 10 May 2007 31,771 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 13 May 2006 18,835 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 V?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
796
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Drive chain excessively loose 7
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P612 MLW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 22,332 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 Gsf 600 V fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P612 MLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P612 MLW registered?

P612 MLW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 V, first registered on 21 February 1997.

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