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Y117 HGY

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,956 mi
Last recorded37,956 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY117 HGY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 37,956 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 37,227 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2022

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Bottom link bush worn with excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Foot brake does not operate stop lamp. (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 36,826 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 34,799 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 34,537 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 34,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 34,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 33,386 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 33,386 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 32,311 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 29,650 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 29,632 miles

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 14,623 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 19,284 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 16,282 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

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

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

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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Y117 HGY is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 20,562 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 Y117 HGY, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y117 HGY registered?

Y117 HGY is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 April 2001.

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