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Y47 GHW

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,529 mi
Last recorded27,529 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY47 GHW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 27,529 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 May 2017 26,673 miles
Fail 1 May 2017 26,648 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil off side fork oil seal leaking. (2.3.3)

Fuel system component leaking fuel leak coming from bottom of carburetor float bowls. (7.2.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired beam pattern incorrect. (1.2.3a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 25,017 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 20,105 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 20,084 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 20,084 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2011 18,613 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 18,613 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 17,469 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 15,247 miles

Nearside Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2007 12,053 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 9,041 miles

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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Y47 GHW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y47 GHW, 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 Y47 GHW registered?

Y47 GHW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y47 GHW safe to buy?

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