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W478 RMW

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

38,603 mi
Last recorded38,603 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW478 RMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 38,603 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 38,317 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 37,692 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 37,121 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 36,467 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 35,827 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 35,510 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 35,189 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 34,856 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 31,840 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 30,537 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 30,537 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 25,521 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 22,208 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 21,825 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 20,736 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 14,026 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 11,654 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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W478 RMW is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 W478 RMW, 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 W478 RMW registered?

W478 RMW is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is W478 RMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W478 RMW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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