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X281 RFF

2000 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,989 mi
Last recorded39,989 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF60020,781 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX281 RFF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 39,989 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 38,841 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 37,731 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 34,918 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable Handle bar incorrectly centred but serviceable. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear All direction indicators light intensity reduced All Indicators (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2022 34,898 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable Handle bar incorrectly centred but serviceable. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear All direction indicators light intensity reduced All Indicators (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 32,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2021 32,739 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 31,522 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 31,211 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 28,915 miles

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

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 26,700 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 23,906 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,940 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 18,084 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 18,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 13 May 2013 18,077 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 May 2011 14,364 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2010 9,013 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 4 May 2010 9,013 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 May 2009 8,959 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 May 2008 8,812 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 8,668 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 8,313 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
Full Suzuki GSF600 reliability report

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X281 RFF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 X281 RFF, 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 X281 RFF registered?

X281 RFF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 22 December 2000.

Is X281 RFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X281 RFF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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