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Y268 MBW

2001 Suzuki GSX600

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,864 mi
Last recorded28,864 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX60019,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY268 MBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 28,864 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 27,767 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 27,497 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 27,497 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 26,454 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 5 Apr 2023 26,454 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 May 2022 25,432 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2022 25,432 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2021 23,214 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2020 20,848 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 18,744 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 18,519 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 17,451 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 16,970 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 16,248 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 16,248 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 13,777 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 11,086 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 10,441 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 8,548 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 7,992 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 7,992 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 5,958 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 4,508 miles

Drive chain requires lubricating

Rear tyre size incorrect

Pass 20 Jul 2006 2,383 miles

Drive chain requires lubricating

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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Y268 MBW is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600 in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y268 MBW, 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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Y268 MBW is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 27 July 2001.

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