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V687 KWT

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

21,746 mi
Last recorded21,746 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV687 KWT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 21,746 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 20,078 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 19,118 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2020 19,118 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 19,107 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 18,995 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 18,910 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 18,910 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2015 18,664 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 18,664 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 18,646 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 18,422 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 18,195 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 16,603 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,273 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 15,085 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 15,082 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 13,190 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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V687 KWT is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 21,638 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 V687 KWT, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V687 KWT registered?

V687 KWT is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 October 1999.

Is V687 KWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V687 KWT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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