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Y86 TKJ

2001 Suzuki GSF600

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,201 mi
Last recorded51,201 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF60019,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY86 TKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF600
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 51,201 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 50,479 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 49,993 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 49,993 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 May 2022 49,380 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 48,601 miles
Pass 17 May 2020 47,883 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 47,445 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 47,356 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 47,197 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 46,689 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 45,311 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2014 45,311 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 44,328 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 44,328 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2012 43,103 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 41,640 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2011 41,639 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Drive chain very dry and rusty

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 40,429 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 34,114 miles

Centre Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 18 Sep 2006 34,098 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

one rear lamp bulb not illuminating

Fail 10 Jul 2006 33,987 miles

Centre Front Lower Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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
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Y86 TKJ is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600 in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y86 TKJ, 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 Y86 TKJ registered?

Y86 TKJ is a 2001 Suzuki GSF600, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y86 TKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y86 TKJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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