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Y147 FDV

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,858 mi
Last recorded18,858 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY147 FDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 18,858 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 17,865 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 16,594 miles

Footrest slightly loose front left hand (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 15,460 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 14,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 13,054 miles

after market exhaust fitted with baffles

drive chain slightly tight

Pass 13 Jul 2015 10,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight bind on front brake

Pass 24 Jun 2014 9,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear indicators faded

Pass 17 Jun 2013 8,831 miles

front pads approx 2mm

rear tyre approx 2mm

Pass 31 May 2012 7,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 7,746 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 7,578 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 6,134 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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Y147 FDV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y147 FDV, 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 Y147 FDV registered?

Y147 FDV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y147 FDV safe to buy?

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