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Y856 HWB

2001 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

37,200 mi
Last recorded37,200 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX60019,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY856 HWB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 37,200 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 36,326 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 35,929 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 35,615 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 35,615 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 34,971 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 34,291 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 34,291 miles

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,029 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 32,430 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 32,266 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 32,198 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 32,131 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2014 31,675 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 19,794 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 18,638 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 18,638 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,199 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 14,199 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has an insecure fork brace (2.3.4d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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Y856 HWB is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 19,388 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y856 HWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y856 HWB registered?

Y856 HWB is a 2001 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is Y856 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y856 HWB shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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