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R137 DHW

1997 Suzuki VS600

Red Petrol 598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,621 mi
Last recorded23,621 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki VS60015,161 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 DHW
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 23,621 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 22,375 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 21,976 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 17,900 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 14,130 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit near to 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 14,130 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit near to 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 14,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on legal limit 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 14,005 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit right on legal limit 1mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2017 12,718 miles

tyre pressures low, blown up for test

Pass 17 Apr 2015 12,576 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2008 12,183 miles

front mudguard corroded

Fail 22 May 2008 12,183 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front mudguard corroded

Pass 23 May 2007 11,597 miles

front tyre soft

front mudguard corroded

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS600?

Based on 1,319 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Horn not working 14
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 11
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R137 DHW is a 1997 Suzuki VS600 in Red with a 598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki VS600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 15,161 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 VS600 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R137 DHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki VS600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R137 DHW registered?

R137 DHW is a 1997 Suzuki VS600, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R137 DHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R137 DHW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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