Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy reliable? We analysed 1,305 real MOT tests across 186 vehicles to find out.
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The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy.
Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 267 | 83.9% | 12,769 | 16,666 | 24,169 |
| 2000 | 918 | 82.4% | 12,271 | 20,630 | 32,115 |
How Long Does a Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy Last?
Based on 186 Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy vehicles on UK roads.
Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.9% MOT pass rate from 267 tests
82.4% MOT pass rate from 918 tests
The best year to buy a used Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.9% across 267 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy THIS CAR | 83.1% | 1,305 | 20,099 mi | 26 yrs |
| Suzuki Swift | 76.1% | 2,247,517 | 51,601 mi | 31 yrs |
| Suzuki Alto | 74% | 1,154,186 | 41,167 mi | 28 yrs |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 76.2% | 1,025,634 | 67,542 mi | 28 yrs |
| Peugeot 5008 Allure Premium P-tech S/s | 88.6% | 1,660 | 31,932 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Suzuki Swift (76.1% pass rate) and the Suzuki Alto (74.0% pass rate), the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.1% across 1,305 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (36 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (22), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (20). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy owner drives around 946 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Suzuki Gsf 600 Sy models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.