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W488 FOW

2000 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,923 mi
Last recorded15,923 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF60020,781 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 FOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 15,923 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 15,921 miles

Front Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy exhaust not standard (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 15,844 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 15,834 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy steering stiff and notching in centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 15,501 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 15,447 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 15,345 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 15,127 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 14,922 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 14,540 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 14,528 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 14,528 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 14,187 miles

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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W488 FOW is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W488 FOW, 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.

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What year was W488 FOW registered?

W488 FOW is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 24 May 2000.

Is W488 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W488 FOW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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