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W449 VKG

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

50,303 mi
Last recorded50,303 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW449 VKG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2023 50,303 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 47,671 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 47,671 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 45,652 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 43,548 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 43,548 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 41,887 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 40,718 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 39,140 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 39,140 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 36,501 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 36,227 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 36,227 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 35,625 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 May 2012 35,291 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 33,448 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 30,228 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 30,228 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 28,216 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 24,933 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 24,897 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2006 21,345 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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W449 VKG is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 W449 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 W449 VKG registered?

W449 VKG is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 June 2000.

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The MOT history for W449 VKG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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