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Y161 UGP

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,834 mi
Last recorded62,834 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY161 UGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 62,834 miles

Sprocket carrier bearing has slight free play.

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 61,571 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 61,492 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 59,679 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 46,897 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2015

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam no illumination (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam no illumination (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 44,871 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Oct 2014 44,871 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 8 Oct 2013 38,543 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 38,543 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 30,985 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 28,267 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 24,787 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 17,885 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 49,747 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 45,038 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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Y161 UGP is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y161 UGP, 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 Y161 UGP registered?

Y161 UGP is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 8 June 2001.

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