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W789 PAF

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,251 mi
Last recorded24,251 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW789 PAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 24,251 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Jul 2026 24,251 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 23,978 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 23,614 miles

Chain guard missing

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 23,419 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 23,074 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 22,668 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 22,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened piston area (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jan 2020 22,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened piston area (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Rear Suspension modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 22,038 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2018 22,038 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 21,703 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 19,460 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 17,146 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 15,856 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 15,088 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2007 12,348 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 12,348 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 11,543 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Feb 2006 11,543 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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W789 PAF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W789 PAF, 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 W789 PAF registered?

W789 PAF is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 13 June 2000.

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