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W988 SOU

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,225 mi
Last recorded43,225 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW988 SOU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 43,225 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Stanchions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil cooler union corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2021 43,040 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Hose to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Forks slight pitting front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil cooler engine union excessive corrosion

Fail 5 Feb 2021 43,040 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Hose to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Forks slight pitting front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil cooler engine union excessive corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2019 42,648 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 41,906 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 41,022 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 39,830 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 38,751 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 37,953 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 37,063 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 35,530 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 34,082 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 31,215 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 29,411 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 29,411 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 26,214 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 26,214 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 22,246 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 22,246 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2006 18,195 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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W988 SOU is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W988 SOU, 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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W988 SOU is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 July 2000.

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