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W556 RVT

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,892 mi
Last recorded27,892 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW556 RVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 27,892 miles

Central Lower Oil Leak

Pass 24 May 2024 26,662 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 26,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 25,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2021 25,741 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2016 22,821 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 22,402 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 21,573 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 19,452 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 17,125 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 11,722 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 11,298 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 11,291 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 10,110 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 8,730 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 8,730 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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W556 RVT is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 W556 RVT, 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 W556 RVT registered?

W556 RVT is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 5 April 2000.

Is W556 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W556 RVT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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