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BV51 NVL

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,396 mi
Last recorded33,396 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 NVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 33,396 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 33,162 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 32,502 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 32,500 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 31,846 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 30,064 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 27,315 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 27,223 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 25,758 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebars possibly bent

Mainstand stop rubber missing

Nearside rear stop lamp not working

Offside rear footrest mounting worn

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Tube fitted in rear tyre

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 25,758 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Handlebars possibly bent

Mainstand stop rubber missing

Nearside rear stop lamp not working

Offside rear footrest mounting worn

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Tube fitted in rear tyre

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 22,700 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,948 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 20,948 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 17,494 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 16,107 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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BV51 NVL is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,536 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV51 NVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BV51 NVL is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 22 November 2001.

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