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K60 SGA

1997 Suzuki GSX600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,952 mi
Last recorded21,952 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSX60022,653 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK60 SGA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 21,952 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 21,305 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 21,305 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 21,294 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 20,793 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 19,285 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 18,995 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 18,889 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 18,540 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 36,888 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

foot peg securing bolt bushes worn , o/s foot peg slightly insecure .

rear seat / hand grip slight insecure , bolt missing .

Fail 10 Oct 2011 26,874 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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

foot peg securing bolt bushes worn , o/s foot peg slightly insecure .

rear seat / hand grip slight insecure , bolt missing .

Pass 25 Oct 2010 26,492 miles

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

back tyre cracked and perished on sidewall

chain dry and slight corrosion

Fail 14 Oct 2010 26,457 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 26,397 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 25,525 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 22,877 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 21,125 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 18,605 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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K60 SGA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 22,653 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 K60 SGA, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K60 SGA registered?

K60 SGA is a 1997 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is K60 SGA safe to buy?

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