Suzuki Gsx600
MotorcycleFrom 879 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 28 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.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 28 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 27 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 18 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 10 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 10 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 10 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 9 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 9 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 32.6% of Gsx600 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 £64.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 81.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1998 | 76.9% | brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Gsx600s tested had between 19,385 and 35,900 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 28,326 median miles, the Gsx600 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 Gsx600 MOT pass rate?
The Suzuki Gsx600 has a 80.8% MOT pass rate based on 879 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Suzuki Gsx600?
The most common MOT failure on the Suzuki Gsx600 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 28 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Suzuki Gsx600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Suzuki Gsx600 is 28,326 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,385 and 35,900 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.