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W162 VRE

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

126,098 mi
Last recorded126,098 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW162 VRE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 126,098 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 121,008 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 117,817 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 115,639 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 111,630 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 107,321 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 104,734 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 102,072 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2018 98,555 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 95,182 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 91,662 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 88,301 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2014 84,434 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 80,206 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 76,427 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 73,750 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 73,750 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 72,015 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 67,082 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 63,008 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 55,182 miles

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

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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W162 VRE is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 W162 VRE, 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 W162 VRE registered?

W162 VRE is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 August 2000.

Is W162 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W162 VRE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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