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P790 OWJ

1997 Suzuki Gsxf

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,573 mi
Last recorded24,573 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsxf31,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP790 OWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxf
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 24,573 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 24,491 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 24,392 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Oct 2013 24,235 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 24,158 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 24,091 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 24,091 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 23,969 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 23,813 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 Feb 2008 23,731 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 23,695 miles

minimal cracking/perishing to front tyre side walls and tyre valve

Pass 18 Oct 2005 23,385 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 23,374 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxf?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
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P790 OWJ is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxf in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsxf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 31,229 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxf fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P790 OWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsxf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P790 OWJ registered?

P790 OWJ is a 1997 Suzuki Gsxf, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is P790 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P790 OWJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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