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M736 BMA

1997 Suzuki Gsf

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,866 mi
Last recorded44,866 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf30,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM736 BMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 44,866 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 May 2018 44,866 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 44,851 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 37,149 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 29,851 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 29,850 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

nearside rear footrest siezed

rear brake pedal stiff in operation

Pass 14 May 2010 76,971 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 71,989 miles

Slight play in rear wheel bearings,will need replacing soon. rear brake pads low.

Fail 15 May 2009 71,989 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Slight play in rear wheel bearings,will need replacing soon. rear brake pads low.

Pass 16 May 2008 70,393 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 68,775 miles

drive chain req. adjusting

Pass 16 May 2006 61,517 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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M736 BMA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 30,205 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 Gsf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M736 BMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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M736 BMA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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