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Y202 GWS

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,818 mi
Last recorded18,818 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY202 GWS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 18,818 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 18,818 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 16,977 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2024 16,977 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Delaminating (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 14,100 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2023 14,100 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 11,725 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 11,725 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 9,151 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 9,151 miles

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced only one bulb working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 6,196 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 5,960 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 5,950 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 5,745 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 5,539 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 5,077 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 4,571 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2005 4,571 miles

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

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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Y202 GWS is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSF600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 19,536 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 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 Y202 GWS, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GSF600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y202 GWS registered?

Y202 GWS is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 23 June 2001.

Is Y202 GWS safe to buy?

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