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W517 TVV

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

45,829 mi
Last recorded45,829 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW517 TVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 45,829 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2021 45,176 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 45,156 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 42,284 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 36,597 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 36,597 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 31,618 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 24,935 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 24,935 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2014 21,420 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 21,420 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 17,435 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 17,435 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 14,264 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 14,264 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 12,215 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 10,551 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 10,281 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 7,816 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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W517 TVV is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 W517 TVV, 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 W517 TVV registered?

W517 TVV is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W517 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W517 TVV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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