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W842 UGY

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,577 mi
Last recorded46,577 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW842 UGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 46,577 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 3 Aug 2026 46,552 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 45,766 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 45,766 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 43,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2024 43,673 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 41,744 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2023 41,744 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 40,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 40,027 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 38,322 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 2 Dec 2020 38,219 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour Blue LED Ring in Headlight (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Exhaust noisy Road Legal with baffle Fitted, but still Louder than a Stock Exhaust. (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 35,556 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 32,250 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 29,671 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 26,294 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 28 May 2016 26,294 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 May 2015 23,624 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 May 2014 21,927 miles

numberplate light does not illuminate

Pass 27 Apr 2013 19,523 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 17,982 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 14,931 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,931 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 10,981 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 10,200 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 8,651 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 7,393 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 3,438 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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W842 UGY is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W842 UGY, 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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W842 UGY is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 May 2000.

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