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MX51 YWY

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,256 mi
Last recorded16,256 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 YWY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 16,256 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 16,248 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 16,240 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 16,098 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 15,938 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 15,759 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 15,759 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 15,657 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 15,577 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 15,309 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 15,163 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 15,163 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 18 Jul 2011 15,163 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2010 14,327 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 12,772 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 11,339 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2007 10,560 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 8,819 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2005 74,971 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 7,988 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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MX51 YWY is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 20,562 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 GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX51 YWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX51 YWY registered?

MX51 YWY is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MX51 YWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 YWY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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