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E184 DBW

1988 Suzuki GSX600

Blue Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX60035,556 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE184 DBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX600
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015

no front fender fitted

play in headstock bearings

Fail 2 Aug 2013 8,935 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 Aug 2013 8,935 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 8,235 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake travel

rear brake travel

Fail 1 Sep 2012 8,235 miles

front brake travel

rear brake travel

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 38,062 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 37,203 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX600?

Based on 37,350 MOT tests across 4,180 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
807
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 823
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 663
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 554
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 291
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E184 DBW is a 1988 Suzuki GSX600 in Blue with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GSX600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 35,556 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 GSX600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 823 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E184 DBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX600 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki GSX600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E184 DBW registered?

E184 DBW is a 1988 Suzuki GSX600, first registered on 20 July 1988.

Is E184 DBW safe to buy?

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