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VX04 NZJ

2004 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

36,755 mi
Last recorded36,755 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSF120016,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 NZJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 36,755 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2026 36,755 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 36,746 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 36,662 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 36,613 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 Mar 2022 36,613 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 35,884 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 34,626 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 34,598 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

idle speed high

Pass 28 Jul 2017 28,377 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 23,851 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 23,851 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars Hitting fuel tank (2.1.2b)

Pass 5 May 2015 20,837 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 20,635 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Lock stop bent.

Pass 1 May 2014 20,635 miles

Lock stop bent.

Pass 3 May 2013 19,246 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 17,946 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 17,192 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 16,231 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 15,270 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 14,375 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 12,762 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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VX04 NZJ is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,632 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 VX04 NZJ, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX04 NZJ registered?

VX04 NZJ is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 May 2004.

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The MOT history for VX04 NZJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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