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Suzuki GSXR600

Blue and Black · Petrol · 2001 · 599 cc

Y227 VMWMOT history

Y227 VMW is a blue and black petrol Suzuki GSXR600 first used on 3 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 36,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
36,171 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y227 VMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSXR600
Colour
Blue and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y227 VMW was last recorded at 36,171 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,171 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,171 miles
  • 2022 – 34,207 miles
  • 2021 – 30,726 miles
  • 2020 – 30,586 miles
  • 2017 – 19,151 miles
  • 2016 – 18,900 miles
  • 2015 – 16,004 miles
  • 2014 – 15,553 miles
  • 2013 – 12,741 miles
  • 2012 – 8,943 miles
  • 2011 – 5,487 miles
  • 2009 – 4,439 miles
  • 2006 – 4,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,171 miles
  • AdvisoryFron and rear tyres cracks on side wallsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear reflector on motorcycle missing

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    36,171 miles
    Test number
    705584835360
    • AdvisoryFron and rear tyres cracks on side walls

  2. Fail36,171 miles (+1,964)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,171 miles
    Test number
    157616579588
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake caliper damaged (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFron and rear tyres cracks on side walls

  3. Pass34,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    34,207 miles
    Test number
    115499888577
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Fail34,207 miles (+3,481)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,207 miles
    Test number
    864307112455
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  5. Pass30,726 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    30,726 miles
    Test number
    160299887608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass30,586 miles (+11,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    30,586 miles
    Test number
    632034383309
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass19,151 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    19,151 miles
    Test number
    650626283271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass18,900 miles (+2,896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    18,900 miles
    Test number
    998420418869
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  9. Pass16,004 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    16,004 miles
    Test number
    395716865084
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  10. Fail16,004 miles (+451)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,004 miles
    Test number
    526986965006
    • Repaired at testNearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  11. Pass15,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    15,553 miles
    Test number
    948413684052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail15,553 miles (+2,812)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,553 miles
    Test number
    355421984007
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  13. Pass12,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    12,741 miles
    Test number
    227698873075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail12,741 miles (+3,798)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,741 miles
    Test number
    297804773069
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • NoteHid headlamps fitted which is not giving a very good pattern

  15. Pass8,943 miles (+3,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    8,943 miles
    Test number
    346344212034
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  16. Pass5,487 miles (+1,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    5,487 miles
    Test number
    889622431023
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

  17. Pass4,439 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    4,439 miles
    Test number
    341623419490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass4,277 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    4,277 miles
    Test number
    391068636235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail4,264 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,264 miles
    Test number
    240076436268
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about Y227 VMW

Does Y227 VMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y227 VMW expired on 17 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y227 VMW?
The MOT on Y227 VMW expired on 17 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y227 VMW done?
Y227 VMW was recorded at 36,171 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 1,666 miles a year.
Has Y227 VMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y227 VMW has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y227 VMW 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 Y227 VMW find?
Y227 VMW passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: fron and rear tyres cracks on side walls.

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