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X226 ARP

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

7 mi
Last recorded7 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX226 ARP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 7 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 49,323 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 46,036 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 46,036 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 44,893 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2013 44,582 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 44,558 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 May 2012 44,448 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 1 May 2012 44,441 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 20 May 2011 41,217 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 13 May 2011 41,217 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

bar end slightly insecure

Pass 9 May 2009 34,586 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 31,824 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 30,217 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 30,217 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 27,558 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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X226 ARP is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 X226 ARP, 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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X226 ARP is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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