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X438 BAM

2000 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,613 mi
Last recorded56,613 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF60020,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX438 BAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 56,613 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 25 Apr 2026 56,589 miles

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 52,749 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 4 May 2024 51,754 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 51,754 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 49,245 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 43,632 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 41,030 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 38,467 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 36,672 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 36,230 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 35,863 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 32,424 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 30,145 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 27,027 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 22,567 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 12 Apr 2007 14,678 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,652 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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X438 BAM is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 X438 BAM, 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 X438 BAM registered?

X438 BAM is a 2000 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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