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W489 VEF

2000 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

48,107 mi
Last recorded48,107 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF60020,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 VEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 48,107 miles

Offside Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 47,953 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 47,139 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 46,604 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 44,522 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 44,000 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 43,239 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 43,239 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 42,603 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 41,981 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 41,732 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 41,193 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 41,193 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 40,419 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 40,419 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 39,779 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 38,998 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 37,084 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 34,455 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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W489 VEF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 W489 VEF, 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 W489 VEF registered?

W489 VEF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W489 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W489 VEF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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