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Y656 XEV

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

1,802 mi
Last recorded1,802 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY656 XEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 1,802 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 1,802 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear switch missing (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 1,804 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Headlamp Beam Deflector fitted

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2023 1,804 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 4 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 38,077 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 10 Mar 2021 38,077 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 30,628 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 30,628 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))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2017 28,634 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

drive chain dry and links knotted

rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 31 Mar 2016 21,256 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 11,879 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 11,876 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 1,981 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

front wiring tatty

Pass 26 Mar 2013 11,008 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 10,754 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 10,163 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 10,163 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 9,409 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 8,536 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 7,470 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 5,939 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 4,652 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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Y656 XEV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 Y656 XEV, 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 Y656 XEV registered?

Y656 XEV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 30 July 2001.

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