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W486 VEF

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

20,237 mi
Last recorded20,237 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW486 VEF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 20,237 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 20,212 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 20,187 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 20,165 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 20,046 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 20,046 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,492 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 19,492 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 19,414 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 19,387 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 19,387 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2015 19,320 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 19,189 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 19,189 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2012 17,564 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Sep 2010 17,331 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 17,005 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 17,005 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 16,384 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 31 Jul 2007 13,365 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 13,365 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 10,169 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 8,644 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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W486 VEF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 W486 VEF, 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 W486 VEF registered?

W486 VEF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W486 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W486 VEF shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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