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W482 BVW

2000 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

19,603 mi
Last recorded19,603 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSX60019,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW482 BVW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 19,603 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 19,578 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 19,560 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Rear brake pedal has too mush travel and bottoms out just as break test locks up. (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 19,505 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 19,485 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 19,173 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 19,173 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 18,955 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 18,523 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 17,900 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 15,950 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 14,586 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 14,309 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 12,485 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 12,121 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 11,686 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 11,686 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 5 Sep 2009 11,225 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 11,225 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 10,635 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 10,635 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 9,534 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 8,535 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 7,813 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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W482 BVW is a 2000 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 19,826 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 W482 BVW, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W482 BVW?

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What year was W482 BVW registered?

W482 BVW is a 2000 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is W482 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W482 BVW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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