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Y147 PSL

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

25,294 mi
Last recorded25,294 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY147 PSL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 25,294 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 25,046 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 24,048 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 24,034 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 23,146 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 22,410 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 21,286 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 21,253 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2015 19,806 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 15,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 15,417 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 14,311 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 13,779 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 13,484 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 13,418 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 18 May 2007 13,229 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,697 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 PSL is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 Y147 PSL, 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 PSL registered?

Y147 PSL is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y147 PSL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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