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M278 LWO

1995 Suzuki GSX600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

49,076 mi
Last recorded49,076 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GSX60025,734 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM278 LWO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2017 49,076 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 48,064 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 45,128 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 45,077 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 44,156 miles

Side light no illuminating

Fail 12 Apr 2014 44,079 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Side light no illuminating

Pass 16 Apr 2013 41,337 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 41,308 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Chain guard missing

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 39,885 miles

Slight play in front discs

n/s direction indicators flashing fast, but not exceeding 120 p/m

n/s mirror missing

Pass 19 Nov 2010 39,856 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 39,856 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 May 2009 38,850 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 33,769 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 30,259 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 30,259 miles

Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2005 28,872 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2005 28,872 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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M278 LWO is a 1995 Suzuki GSX600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 25,734 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 M278 LWO, 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 31 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M278 LWO registered?

M278 LWO is a 1995 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 23 June 1995.

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The MOT history for M278 LWO shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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