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W487 RHR

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,371 mi
Last recorded48,371 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW487 RHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 48,371 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 47,435 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 46,364 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 43,370 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 43,351 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2015 292 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 54 miles

indicators flashing slightly fast

number plate seperating

slight leak on nearside fork seal

Pass 20 Apr 2013 38,900 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 34,515 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 32,883 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 32,498 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 30,133 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

as last test

rear foot rests loose

Fail 9 Apr 2009 30,126 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

rear foot rests loose

Pass 7 Apr 2008 27,396 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 25,437 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 21,486 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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

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W487 RHR is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black 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 W487 RHR, 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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W487 RHR is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 March 2000.

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