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WA51 VEW

2001 Suzuki Gsx R600 K1

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,897 mi
Last recorded18,897 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Gsx R600 K114,975 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 VEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx R600 K1
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 18,897 miles

Both fork stations have rust marks/pitting

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 18,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 18,605 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 18,593 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 18,588 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 18,582 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 18,082 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 16,483 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 13,294 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 8,150 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx R600 K1?

Based on 1,879 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
883
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
reflector on motorcycle missing 18
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute 11
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WA51 VEW is a 2001 Suzuki Gsx R600 K1 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Gsx R600 K1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 14,975 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsx R600 K1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA51 VEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx R600 K1 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki Gsx R600 K1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA51 VEW registered?

WA51 VEW is a 2001 Suzuki Gsx R600 K1, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is WA51 VEW safe to buy?

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