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Suzuki GSF600 Bandit

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 599 cc

M656 TCFMOT history

M656 TCF is a green petrol Suzuki GSF600 Bandit first used on 9 Jun 1995. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 30,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
30,432 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M656 TCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF600 Bandit
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
9 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M656 TCF was last recorded at 30,432 miles on 13 Mar 2025, 600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,832 miles · 2 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
600 miles
Average per year
1,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 30,432 miles
  • 2024 – 29,832 miles
  • 2022 – 28,922 miles
  • 2021 – 28,788 miles
  • 2020 – 28,175 miles
  • 2019 – 27,682 miles
  • 2018 – 27,067 miles
  • 2017 – 26,359 miles
  • 2016 – 25,469 miles
  • 2015 – 24,252 miles
  • 2014 – 23,260 miles
  • 2013 – 22,183 miles
  • 2012 – 20,312 miles
  • 2011 – 17,166 miles
  • 2010 – 14,369 miles
  • 2009 – 10,709 miles
  • 2008 – 8,294 miles
  • 2007 – 5,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,432 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre is worn/wearing un evenly.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,432 miles (+600)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    30,432 miles
    Test number
    408249786172
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass29,832 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    29,832 miles
    Test number
    615775734441
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail29,829 miles (+907)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,829 miles
    Test number
    551933719852
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working rear control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass28,922 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    28,922 miles
    Test number
    331449806307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass28,788 miles (+613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    28,788 miles
    Test number
    336859044844
    • AdvisoryNearside Handle bar grip very tatty.
    • AdvisoryOffside Handle bar grip very tatty

  6. Pass28,175 miles (+493)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    28,175 miles
    Test number
    146539588782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass27,682 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    27,682 miles
    Test number
    706726348289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre is worn/wearing un evenly.
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect.

  8. Fail27,672 miles (+605)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,672 miles
    Test number
    448242705800
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre is worn/wearing un evenly.
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect.

  9. Pass27,067 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    27,067 miles
    Test number
    142553449748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,359 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    26,359 miles
    Test number
    902018525776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,469 miles (+1,217)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,469 miles
    Test number
    844744982783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,252 miles (+992)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,252 miles
    Test number
    697211665009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,260 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    23,260 miles
    Test number
    658033464010
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Fail23,255 miles (+1,072)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,255 miles
    Test number
    955062464003
    • FailureFront Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Pass22,183 miles (+1,871)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    22,183 miles
    Test number
    377726243067
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteFront brake floor test indicates a slightly binding brake!!

  16. Pass20,312 miles (+3,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,312 miles
    Test number
    216496352073
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

  17. Pass17,166 miles (+2,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,166 miles
    Test number
    678973951010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  18. Pass14,369 miles (+3,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,369 miles
    Test number
    422033750057
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  19. Pass10,709 miles (+2,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    10,709 miles
    Test number
    152007459443
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  20. Pass8,294 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    8,294 miles
    Test number
    544162758071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

  21. Fail8,282 miles (+2,323)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,282 miles
    Test number
    464411958008
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

  22. Pass5,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    5,959 miles
    Test number
    621694067023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M656 TCF

Does M656 TCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M656 TCF expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M656 TCF?
The MOT on M656 TCF expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M656 TCF done?
M656 TCF was recorded at 30,432 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2025, an average of 1,358 miles a year.
Has M656 TCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M656 TCF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on M656 TCF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on M656 TCF find?
M656 TCF passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: central front lower brake binding but not excessively; central front upper riders seat slightly loose; central rear lower brake binding but not excessively.

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