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Y287 MBW

2001 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,064 mi
Last recorded87,064 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX60019,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY287 MBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 87,064 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 82,545 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 82,473 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 55,435 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 36,908 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 36,871 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2014 33,491 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 29,043 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside front fork seal deteriorated,but not leaking

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 29,043 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside front fork seal deteriorated,but not leaking

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 28,751 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 27,940 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 27,359 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 25,910 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 18,893 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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Y287 MBW is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y287 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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What year was Y287 MBW registered?

Y287 MBW is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 16 August 2001.

Is Y287 MBW safe to buy?

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