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W731 PFS

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,429 mi
Last recorded34,429 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW731 PFS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2025 34,429 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 34,429 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2023 32,087 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 11 May 2023 32,080 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 27,875 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive has kinked links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2022 27,875 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive has kinked links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2021 23,777 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 7 May 2021 23,777 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Apr 2021 23,766 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 22,903 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Mar 2020 22,903 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake performance not tested Brake caliper stuck on (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 20,737 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 18,600 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 16,282 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 17,219 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 17,189 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 16,524 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Inside surface of offside front disc corroded.

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Jun 2010 16,459 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Inside surface of offside front disc corroded.

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 16,398 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 16,331 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2005 11,751 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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W731 PFS is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W731 PFS, 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 W731 PFS registered?

W731 PFS is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 April 2000.

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