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Suzuki GSF600

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 599 cc

P97 SHSMOT history

P97 SHS is a green petrol Suzuki GSF600 first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 38,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
38,579 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P97 SHS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF600
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P97 SHS was last recorded at 38,579 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 884 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Sept 2015: 30,867 miles, lower than 34,448 miles on 12 Sept 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
37,695 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
884 miles
Average per year
990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,579 miles
  • 2025 – 37,695 miles
  • 2024 – 34,429 miles
  • 2023 – 32,085 miles
  • 2022 – 31,119 miles
  • 2020 – 31,119 miles
  • 2018 – 31,105 miles
  • 2017 – 30,940 miles
  • 2016 – 30,900 miles
  • 2015 – 30,867 miles
  • 2014 – 34,448 miles
  • 2013 – 29,925 miles
  • 2012 – 28,539 miles
  • 2011 – 25,655 miles
  • 2010 – 24,197 miles
  • 2008 – 21,602 miles
  • 2007 – 20,297 miles
  • 2006 – 19,095 miles
  • 2005 – 18,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,579 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,579 miles (+884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    38,579 miles
    Test number
    156166482887
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass37,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    37,695 miles
    Test number
    717321681668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail37,695 miles (+3,266)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,695 miles
    Test number
    327563759874
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass34,429 miles (+2,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    34,429 miles
    Test number
    702982053387
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  5. Pass32,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    32,085 miles
    Test number
    606725207731
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail32,085 miles (+966)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,085 miles
    Test number
    203224979082
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass31,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    31,119 miles
    Test number
    631891830393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail31,119 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,119 miles
    Test number
    700776740440
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

  9. Pass31,119 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    31,119 miles
    Test number
    474294196277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    31,105 miles
    Test number
    883101559525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail31,105 miles (+165)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,105 miles
    Test number
    985661279784
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass30,940 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    30,940 miles
    Test number
    261333103576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,900 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    30,900 miles
    Test number
    899919028568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,867 miles (-3,581)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    30,867 miles
    Test number
    214746780283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,448 miles (+4,292)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,448 miles
    Test number
    416095654262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,156 miles (+231)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,156 miles
    Test number
    278401484118
    • DangerousRear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

  17. Pass29,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    29,925 miles
    Test number
    757934073247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,925 miles (+1,386)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,925 miles
    Test number
    865571673235
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass28,539 miles (+2,884)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,539 miles
    Test number
    438512202140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  20. Pass25,655 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    25,655 miles
    Test number
    287237591024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,197 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    24,197 miles
    Test number
    194068450036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • NoteAfter market exhaust fitted

  22. Fail24,194 miles (+2,592)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,194 miles
    Test number
    582641850078
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • NoteAfter market exhaust fitted

  23. Pass21,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,602 miles
    Test number
    834612488213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,602 miles (+1,305)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,602 miles
    Test number
    291582888247
    • FailureCentre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureOuter Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

  25. Pass20,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,297 miles
    Test number
    480222707398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,297 miles (+1,202)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,297 miles
    Test number
    581322907326
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.7.3a)

  27. Fail19,095 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,095 miles
    Test number
    251451496270
    • Repaired at testFront Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

  28. Pass19,095 miles (+872)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,095 miles
    Test number
    300161696251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass18,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    18,223 miles
    Test number
    460686135449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P97 SHS

Does P97 SHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P97 SHS is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P97 SHS?
The MOT on P97 SHS is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P97 SHS done?
P97 SHS was recorded at 38,579 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 990 miles a year.
Has P97 SHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P97 SHS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on P97 SHS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P97 SHS find?
P97 SHS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides.

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