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X278 BNE

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,863 mi
Last recorded28,863 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 BNE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 28,863 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 28,193 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 26,790 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 25,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2017 24,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 23,175 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 May 2016 23,175 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 21,379 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 17,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

cut in rear tyre nail hole in rear tyre

Fail 14 Apr 2014 17,645 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

cut in rear tyre nail hole in rear tyre

Pass 24 May 2010 17,590 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 17,284 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2008 16,162 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 16,162 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 May 2007 13,180 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 13,180 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 18 May 2006 11,378 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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X278 BNE is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 X278 BNE, 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 X278 BNE registered?

X278 BNE is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X278 BNE safe to buy?

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