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J519 JKO

1998 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,080 mi
Last recorded72,080 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSX60023,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ519 JKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 72,080 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 72,029 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 72,029 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 71,987 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 71,987 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 26,837 miles

front and rear tyre underinflated

Pass 28 Jul 2017 26,643 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded general (6.1.1a)

no body work fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Jul 2017 26,643 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded general (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

no body work fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Sep 2009 61,742 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 13 Sep 2008 60,997 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 60,997 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 59,549 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 57,712 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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J519 JKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 23,462 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 J519 JKO, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J519 JKO registered?

J519 JKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is J519 JKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J519 JKO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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