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X553 BOD

2001 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,155 mi
Last recorded27,155 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX60019,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX553 BOD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 27,155 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly distorted and tack in tread

Pass 28 Sep 2024 26,883 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly distorted and small tack in tread

Pass 16 Sep 2023 26,774 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly distorted and small tack in tread

Pass 3 Aug 2022 26,545 miles

Both tyres slightly distorted, rear has a small tack in tread

Pass 14 Jun 2021 26,072 miles

Both tyres slightly distorted and rear has a small tack in tread

Pass 26 Jun 2020 25,556 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,388 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 23,511 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,410 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 Apr 2017 22,410 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 21,243 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 21,243 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 20,442 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 19,379 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 17,663 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

O/s rear chain adjuster bolt bent.

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

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

Pass 2 May 2012 17,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2012 17,164 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 16,519 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 16,519 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 15,694 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 14,567 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 13,595 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 12,315 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 12,315 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2005 12,201 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2005 12,201 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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X553 BOD is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 19,388 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X553 BOD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X553 BOD registered?

X553 BOD is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 27 February 2001.

Is X553 BOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X553 BOD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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