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SUZUKI GSX6002000 · 0.6L PETROL

W485 PTY

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 2000 SUZUKI GSX600? It's a PETROL with a 600cc engine showing 22,572 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Expired
Expires 06/04/2012
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 01/10/2012
Fuel
PETROL
Year
2000
Engine
600cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle's roadworthiness status is uncertain due to a complete lack of testing data for the past fifteen years. The last recorded test occurred in April 2011 at 22,572 miles, where the motorcycle passed despite noted binding in both the front and rear brakes. Because no MOT has been performed since 2011, the current mechanical integrity and safety standards cannot be verified. The maintenance trend is effectively stalled, suggesting the vehicle has either sat in storage or been neglected for over a decade. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-six-year-old machine, averaging fewer than 900 miles per year. Between March 2007 and April 2011, the bike covered only 5,092 miles. This low-frequency usage profile often indicates that the vehicle may have spent long periods stationary rather than in regular use. While low mileage reduces engine and drivetrain wear, it frequently leads to rubber degradation, perished seals, seized brake calipers, and corrosion within the fuel system which are not captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on the components that previously showed recurring faults. The 2011 failure highlighted a leaking offside front shock absorber seal and binding brakes, issues that require immediate checking for fluid leaks and seized pistons. Given the long gap in records, the inspection should also prioritize age-related tyre cracking, perished hoses, and the structural integrity of the frame. The 2008 report of rough front wheel bearings and a noisy exhaust suggests that mechanical components and mounting hardware may require replacement regardless of the low odometer reading.

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50
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 4, 2026, 07:33 AM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle's roadworthiness status is uncertain due to a complete lack of testing data for the past fifteen years. The last recorded test occurred in April 2011 at 22,572 miles, where the motorcycle passed despite noted binding in both the front and rear brakes. Because no MOT has been performed since 2011, the current mechanical integrity and safety standards cannot be verified. The maintenance trend is effectively stalled, suggesting the vehicle has either sat in storage or been neglected for over a decade. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-six-year-old machine, averaging fewer than 900 miles per year. Between March 2007 and April 2011, the bike covered only 5,092 miles. This low-frequency usage profile often indicates that the vehicle may have spent long periods stationary rather than in regular use. While low mileage reduces engine and drivetrain wear, it frequently leads to rubber degradation, perished seals, seized brake calipers, and corrosion within the fuel system which are not captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on the components that previously showed recurring faults. The 2011 failure highlighted a leaking offside front shock absorber seal and binding brakes, issues that require immediate checking for fluid leaks and seized pistons. Given the long gap in records, the inspection should also prioritize age-related tyre cracking, perished hoses, and the structural integrity of the frame. The 2008 report of rough front wheel bearings and a noisy exhaust suggests that mechanical components and mounting hardware may require replacement regardless of the low odometer reading.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2000 Suzuki Gsx600 (W485 PTY) has a recorded MOT history spanning from March 2007 to April 2011, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 4 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)”; “Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)”.

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ADVISORY