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R497 EHU

1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,387 mi
Last recorded30,387 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw28,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 EHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 600 Sw
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 30,387 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 28,645 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 26,374 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 25,377 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 20,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 14 Dec 2021 20,745 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly Raising rpm when turning right (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 16,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 16,730 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 16,731 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2011 16,694 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 16,280 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

alloy brake unions fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2006 16,268 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw?

Based on 1,245 MOT tests across 179 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
824
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 8
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R497 EHU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 28,444 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 EHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R497 EHU registered?

R497 EHU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sw, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R497 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 EHU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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