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E729 NPY

1988 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,052 mi
Last recorded55,052 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX60035,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE729 NPY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 55,052 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 55,047 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 55,019 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 55,019 miles

Front Position lamp not working replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) bulb replaced (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 54,596 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 54,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 53,456 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 52,731 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 52,253 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 50,876 miles

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

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

cut in front tyre not exposing the cords

Pass 18 Sep 2013 50,099 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 48,260 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 44,006 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 38,660 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 38,660 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 36,873 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 34,674 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2008 34,648 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 30,657 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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E729 NPY is a 1988 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 35,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E729 NPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E729 NPY registered?

E729 NPY is a 1988 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is E729 NPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E729 NPY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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