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P173 VFV

1997 Suzuki GSXR600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,855 mi
Last recorded40,855 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSXR60026,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP173 VFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 40,855 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 40,464 miles

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 38,923 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 380,913 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2015 36,892 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 36,065 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 30,118 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 25,025 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 22,315 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 22,315 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 18,972 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR600?

Based on 187,104 MOT tests across 16,713 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
833
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,564
reflector on motorcycle missing 3,182
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,993
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,587
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,361
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P173 VFV is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSXR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 26,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSXR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P173 VFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSXR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P173 VFV registered?

P173 VFV is a 1997 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P173 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P173 VFV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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