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BT12 MBX

2012 Suzuki GSF650

Black Petrol 656cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,449 mi
Last recorded26,449 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Suzuki GSF65018,631 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 MBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF650
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine656cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 26,449 miles

ALL LIGHT MASKED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 13 Apr 2024 26,202 miles

ALL LIGHTS MASK OUT AT TIME OF TEST.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 24,340 miles

ALL LIGHTS MASKED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 6 Apr 2023 24,340 miles

ALL LIGHTS MASKED AT TIME OF TEST

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 24,156 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced High beam (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 24,151 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 23,042 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 22,980 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 22,962 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking open (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 21,145 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread depth (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 18,627 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 18,627 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF650?

Based on 44,060 MOT tests across 3,774 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
1,012
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
3,774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 647
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 306
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 244
Drive chain excessively loose 146
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 138
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BT12 MBX is a 2012 Suzuki GSF650 in Black with a 656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki GSF650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 18,631 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 GSF650 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT12 MBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF650 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki GSF650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BT12 MBX is a 2012 Suzuki GSF650, first registered on 1 August 2012.

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