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Y796 HET

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

30,872 mi
Last recorded30,872 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY796 HET
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2025 30,872 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 30,485 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 29,764 miles

Front brake master cylinder does not operate smoothly

Pass 5 Mar 2019 28,969 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,987 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 24,987 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 22,323 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 22,323 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 21,175 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 16,175 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 22 Jul 2014 16,175 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 15,300 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 14,166 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 12,778 miles

Exhaust slightly insecure

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 21 Jul 2010 12,707 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

bolts missing from engine mountings

Pass 13 Jun 2009 10,672 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 10,701 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 10,105 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 8,875 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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Y796 HET is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 Y796 HET, 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 Y796 HET registered?

Y796 HET is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 24 April 2001.

Is Y796 HET safe to buy?

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