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W229 ECS

2000 Suzuki GSF600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

24,822 mi
Last recorded24,822 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF60020,781 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW229 ECS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 24,822 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 24,772 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 24,769 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 22,398 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 22,398 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 20,106 miles

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

number plate cracked

Fail 20 Jun 2011 16,105 miles

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

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

offside indicators flashing slightly fast

Pass 20 Jun 2011 16,105 miles

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

offside indicators flashing slightly fast

Pass 12 Apr 2010 14,214 miles

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

chainguard missing nearside

Pass 20 Mar 2009 13,265 miles

no chainguard

Pass 20 Nov 2007 11,732 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 11,718 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 9,820 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 9,802 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF600?

Based on 257,530 MOT tests across 21,207 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
881
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
21,207
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4,807
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,281
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3,053
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,662
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W229 ECS is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,781 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 GSF600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 4,807 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W229 ECS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF600 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W229 ECS registered?

W229 ECS is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 21 August 2000.

Is W229 ECS safe to buy?

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