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Y197 BCG

2001 Suzuki GSX600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,902 mi
Last recorded53,902 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX60019,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 BCG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 53,902 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 53,445 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 53,218 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 52,045 miles

Lower Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 51,601 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 51,154 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 51,154 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 49,062 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 46,842 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 44,443 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

screen bolt missing

Pass 14 Oct 2015 40,634 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 34,381 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 26,303 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 26,124 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2011 25,853 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2010 25,181 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Jul 2010 25,181 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2009 24,065 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2008 23,381 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 23,151 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 22,793 miles

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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Y197 BCG is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y197 BCG, 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.

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What year was Y197 BCG registered?

Y197 BCG is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y197 BCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y197 BCG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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