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R887 GWV

1997 Suzuki GSF600

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

52,438 mi
Last recorded52,438 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF60025,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR887 GWV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 52,438 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 52,438 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 51,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 51,673 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 43,944 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2019 43,928 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 43,685 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 43,685 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 42,654 miles

Front front brakes binding slightly

Pass 11 Oct 2014 40,678 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 40,677 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 39,147 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 38,917 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 37,186 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 37,180 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 33,373 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 33,373 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 32,188 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 27,862 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 25,729 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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R887 GWV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600 in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 25,237 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R887 GWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R887 GWV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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