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W742 VGH

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,603 mi
Last recorded24,603 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW742 VGH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 24,603 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2024 23,710 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 23,602 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 22,505 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 21,395 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 17,409 miles

Rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 31 Mar 2017 16,306 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 13,387 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 11,717 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 9,285 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 8,101 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 6,937 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 5,767 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 5,767 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 3,667 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 2,799 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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W742 VGH is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 W742 VGH, 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 W742 VGH registered?

W742 VGH is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 21 March 2000.

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