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W143 VKG

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,827 mi
Last recorded23,827 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW143 VKG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 23,827 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 23,429 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 23,035 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 22,621 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2020 22,621 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 20,220 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 20,218 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 19,450 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 18,627 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 18,011 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 17,775 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 17,532 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 16,653 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,620 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 16,183 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 15,387 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2005 14,396 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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W143 VKG is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 21,483 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W143 VKG, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W143 VKG registered?

W143 VKG is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 21 July 2000.

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The MOT history for W143 VKG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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