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Y489 TGC

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,499 mi
Last recorded53,499 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY489 TGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 53,499 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 53,499 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 53,148 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 51,885 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlight rim corroded

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Tyres fitted, Maxxis front Avon rear

Fail 23 Nov 2011 51,885 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlight rim corroded

Oil leak

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Tyres fitted, Maxxis front Avon rear

Pass 12 Mar 2010 49,907 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 44,298 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 37,724 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 31,911 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 27,925 miles

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

frame is corroded in several places and requires immediate attention to prevent further deteriation

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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Y489 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y489 TGC, 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 Y489 TGC registered?

Y489 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 8 March 2001.

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