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W278 VGU

2000 Suzuki GSXR600

White Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

15,807 mi
Last recorded15,807 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSXR60019,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW278 VGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR600
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 15,807 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 15,118 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 14,619 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 17 Jun 2023 14,613 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 18 Jul 2018 13,418 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 13,412 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 13,311 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 13,285 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 12,920 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 12,472 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 12,472 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 12,322 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 12,159 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 11,974 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 11,899 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 11,636 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 11,475 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR600?

Based on 187,104 MOT tests across 16,713 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
833
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,713
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3,564
reflector on motorcycle missing 3,182
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,993
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,587
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,361
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W278 VGU is a 2000 Suzuki GSXR600 in White with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSXR600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 19,649 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSXR600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 3,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W278 VGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR600 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Suzuki GSXR600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W278 VGU registered?

W278 VGU is a 2000 Suzuki GSXR600, first registered on 9 May 2000.

Is W278 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W278 VGU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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