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SUZUKI GSX6001990 · 0.6L PETROL

H438 DFW

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1990 SUZUKI GSX600 is a PETROL vehicle with a 599cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 46,778.

MOT
Expired
Expires 06/05/2010
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
PETROL
Year
1990
Engine
599cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a concerning lack of recent oversight, with the documented MOT history ceasing over seventeen years ago. The final recorded test in May 2009 at 46,778 miles resulted in a failure for multiple mechanical and safety defects, followed by a pass on the same day after immediate repairs. This pattern suggests reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. Given that no records exist since 2009, the current roadworthiness cannot be established and should be considered high-risk. At 36 years old, the recorded 46,778 miles represent exceptionally low usage, averaging roughly 1,300 miles per year. However, the significant gap between the 2007 and 2009 tests suggests the bike may have sat for extended periods. Low-mileage vehicles of this era often suffer from the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion due to inactivity, which is not reflected by the odometer reading alone. The data set is sparse, making it impossible to track the condition of the drivetrain or engine over the last two decades. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the recurring front braking system and steering assembly. The tester repeatedly flagged significant movement between the front discs and carriers, alongside stiff steering movement across 2008 and 2009, indicating potential worn eyesight bearings or loose caliper mounts. The buyer should also inspect the exhaust system for structural thinning and the drive chain for excessive slack, as these were persistent points of failure. Because the last test is so old, all fluids, tyres, and brake lines require immediate replacement regardless of their visual appearance.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a concerning lack of recent oversight, with the documented MOT history ceasing over seventeen years ago. The final recorded test in May 2009 at 46,778 miles resulted in a failure for multiple mechanical and safety defects, followed by a pass on the same day after immediate repairs. This pattern suggests reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. Given that no records exist since 2009, the current roadworthiness cannot be established and should be considered high-risk. At 36 years old, the recorded 46,778 miles represent exceptionally low usage, averaging roughly 1,300 miles per year. However, the significant gap between the 2007 and 2009 tests suggests the bike may have sat for extended periods. Low-mileage vehicles of this era often suffer from the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion due to inactivity, which is not reflected by the odometer reading alone. The data set is sparse, making it impossible to track the condition of the drivetrain or engine over the last two decades. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the recurring front braking system and steering assembly. The tester repeatedly flagged significant movement between the front discs and carriers, alongside stiff steering movement across 2008 and 2009, indicating potential worn eyesight bearings or loose caliper mounts. The buyer should also inspect the exhaust system for structural thinning and the drive chain for excessive slack, as these were persistent points of failure. Because the last test is so old, all fluids, tyres, and brake lines require immediate replacement regardless of their visual appearance.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1990 Suzuki Gsx600 (H438 DFW) has a recorded MOT history spanning from April 2007 to May 2009, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 20 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 4 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Headlamp aim too high (1.6)”; “Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)”; “Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))”.

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