Suzuki Gsf600
MotorcycleFrom 6,065 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Gsf600s fare better: 2005 models pass at 78.4% vs 75.9% for 1997.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 114 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 114 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 86 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 73 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 53 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 50 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 48 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 40 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 40 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 34 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 33 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20% of Gsf600 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £42.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 78.4% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2004 | 82.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2003 | 85.1% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2002 | 84% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
6 earlier years
| 2001 | 81.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2000 | 76.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1999 | 77% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1998 | 78.2% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 1997 | 75.9% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1996 | 79.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsf600s tested had between 22,071 and 42,602 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 29,610 median miles, the Gsf600 has 0.068 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Suzuki models
| Suzuki Swift | 75.7% |
| Suzuki Vitara | 85.6% |
| Suzuki Alto | 71.8% |
| Suzuki Sx4 | 76.6% |
| Suzuki Jimny | 74.9% |
Common questions
What is the Suzuki Gsf600 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsf600 has a 79.8% MOT pass rate based on 6,065 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsf600?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsf600 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 114 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsf600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsf600 is 29,610 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,071 and 42,602 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.