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W996 OFG

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,944 mi
Last recorded38,944 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW996 OFG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 38,944 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 38,944 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2024 37,521 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 35,934 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 33,240 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 33,240 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 30,685 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 30,544 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 26,772 miles

Oil leak

neutral warning light not working

number plate in poor condition

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 20 Jun 2012 23,967 miles

handle bar handle grips in poor condition

nearside mirror slightly loose

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2011 20,753 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 20,700 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 17,736 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 17,288 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 16,824 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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W996 OFG is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W996 OFG, 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 W996 OFG registered?

W996 OFG is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 August 2000.

Is W996 OFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W996 OFG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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