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G988 PKJ

1989 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

253 mi
Last recorded253 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GSX60035,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG988 PKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 253 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

unable to see front master cly lever window frosted over

Pass 6 Feb 2016 39,396 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 39,017 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 38,797 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 38,797 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 38,422 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 38,422 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 18 Aug 2011 37,435 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 37,435 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 36,443 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 36,443 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 35,455 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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G988 PKJ is a 1989 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 35,148 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 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 G988 PKJ, 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 37 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G988 PKJ is a 1989 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 1 September 1989.

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