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PO51 HVX

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,641 mi
Last recorded81,641 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 HVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 81,641 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 76,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 May 2019 76,172 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2018 63,160 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 10 May 2018 63,160 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired One of two bulbs out. (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 12 May 2017 56,915 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear hugger close to rear tyre.

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired One bulb out. (1.1.1b)

Fail 9 May 2017 56,901 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play Rear shock lower bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Clutch master cylinder dust cover split

Headlight aim low

Pass 19 May 2016 51,638 miles

Headlight aim low

Long travel on front brake lever

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 19 May 2016 51,638 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlight aim low

Long travel on front brake lever

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 May 2015 47,209 miles

fork seal dust covers deteriorated

long travel on front brake lever

oil leak

Fail 20 May 2015 47,209 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

fork seal dust covers deteriorated

long travel on front brake lever

oil leak

Pass 6 May 2014 42,025 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 37,404 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside bar grip insecure

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

Pass 8 May 2012 32,330 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 23,246 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 22,211 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 22,203 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 21,201 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 21,201 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2007 18,577 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 12,092 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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PO51 HVX is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PO51 HVX, 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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PO51 HVX is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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