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W491 JBA

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,044 mi
Last recorded6,044 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW491 JBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 6,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Jun 2017 6,044 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 3,691 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 3,682 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 3,479 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 2,542 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 1,483 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 5 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 2 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 6,824 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 6,824 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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W491 JBA is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W491 JBA, 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 W491 JBA registered?

W491 JBA is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W491 JBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W491 JBA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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