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W514 FEC

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

49,186 mi
Last recorded49,186 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW514 FEC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 49,186 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2025 42,778 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 39,601 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 36,852 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 35,287 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 34,589 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 32,778 miles

front fork seals slight misting of oil

Fail 14 Apr 2015 32,611 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear suspension modified

Pass 14 Apr 2015 32,611 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear suspension modified

Pass 3 Apr 2013 26,893 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 21,437 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2010 16,014 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 16,014 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 14,437 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 14,437 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2008 13,308 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 13,308 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 12,071 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 11,386 miles

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

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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W514 FEC is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 W514 FEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W514 FEC registered?

W514 FEC is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 July 2000.

Is W514 FEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W514 FEC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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