Suzuki Gsxr600 (2010)
2010 Suzuki Gsxr600
CarHunch analysed 143 real MOT records for the 2010 Suzuki Gsxr600. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2010 Suzuki GSXR600 passes its MOT first time in 88.3% of cases, well above the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are generally well-maintained by their owners. However, 17.5% have recorded dangerous defects at some point, which is a meaningful concern for a used buyer—you'll want a pre-purchase inspection to catch any lurking safety issues.
These bikes are running relatively light mileage for their age, averaging just 11,464 miles, which typically correlates with better condition. The average failure count of 1.19 per vehicle is reasonable, but advisories average 4.1—most commonly wear items like tyres, chains, and brake pads—so budget for preventative maintenance rather than major repairs when you buy.
What to check before buying a 2010 Suzuki Gsxr600
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2010 Suzuki Gsxr600 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2010 Suzuki Gsxr600 vehicles fall between 7,212 and 15,393 miles.
2010 Suzuki Gsxr600 — Still on the Road
68 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 55% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2010 Suzuki Gsxr600
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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54.5%
Exhaust noisy
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35%
Exhaust noisy
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24.5%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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23.1%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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21.7%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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21.3%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.9%
Rear reflector missing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2010. Counts include advisories and failures.
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