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Y514 MFC

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,465 mi
Last recorded32,465 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY514 MFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 32,465 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 31,767 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 31,767 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 31,111 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 30,786 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 29,806 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 27,446 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 26,948 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 25,802 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 23,124 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 21,590 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 21,561 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 21,561 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 21,005 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 21,005 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 20,898 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 20,898 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 20,145 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 20,042 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 18,626 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 16,596 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 16,596 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 12,732 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 12,732 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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Y514 MFC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y514 MFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y514 MFC registered?

Y514 MFC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y514 MFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y514 MFC shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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