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DS51 YSL

2001 Suzuki GSX1400

Maroon Petrol 1402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,977 mi
Last recorded12,977 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSX140019,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 YSL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1400
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,402cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 12,977 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 12,120 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 12,107 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock fork legs hitting fuel tank, restricting the steering from reaching full lock (2.1.4 (c))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 11,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 11,026 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 10,246 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 10,031 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 9,489 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 9,042 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 9,042 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 8,601 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 7,526 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 6,843 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 6,279 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1400?

Based on 66,306 MOT tests across 4,395 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
786
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
4,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 700
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 312
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 189
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 188
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 172
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DS51 YSL is a 2001 Suzuki GSX1400 in Maroon with a 1,402cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSX1400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 19,273 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 GSX1400 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 700 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS51 YSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1400 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSX1400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DS51 YSL registered?

DS51 YSL is a 2001 Suzuki GSX1400, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is DS51 YSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS51 YSL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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