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S188 MVP

1999 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

22,378 mi
Last recorded22,378 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF60023,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS188 MVP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 22,378 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 22,292 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 22,170 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 22,075 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 22,075 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2021 21,991 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 21,591 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 21,549 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 21,279 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 21,279 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2016 21,134 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 26,063 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Aug 2015 26,063 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2014 19,974 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 19,474 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 19,474 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 19,075 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 18,737 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 18,431 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 May 2010 18,431 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 16,533 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 13,962 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 12,392 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 12,108 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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S188 MVP is a 1999 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 23,061 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 S188 MVP, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S188 MVP registered?

S188 MVP is a 1999 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is S188 MVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S188 MVP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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