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P794 HCH

1997 Suzuki Gsx

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

36,148 mi
Last recorded36,148 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsx28,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP794 HCH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 36,148 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 35,517 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 35,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 30,503 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 24,555 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 58,986 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2015 58,986 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 48,459 miles

Slight blow on exhaust rear section.

Fail 24 Sep 2014 48,319 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Slight blow on exhaust rear section.

Pass 28 Sep 2013 39,102 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 39,102 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 32,548 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 25,774 miles

headlamp deflecter fitted flat beam pattern displayed

Pass 25 Sep 2010 20,671 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 842,575 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 13,550 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 28 May 2008 13,230 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 13,090 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 13,090 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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P794 HCH is a 1997 Suzuki Gsx in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,989 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P794 HCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P794 HCH registered?

P794 HCH is a 1997 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 18 April 1997.

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