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W492 FOW

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,466 mi
Last recorded59,466 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW492 FOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 59,466 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 59,360 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 59,227 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 58,900 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 54,693 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 50,313 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 45,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 42,047 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 41,336 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 41,336 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 40,351 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2012 35,960 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 32,724 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 29,777 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 26,295 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 22,095 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 18,934 miles

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

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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W492 FOW 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 94.1%.

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 W492 FOW, 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 W492 FOW registered?

W492 FOW is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 July 2000.

Is W492 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W492 FOW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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