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Y179 KBN

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,605 mi
Last recorded52,605 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 KBN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 52,605 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear suspension has slight play in lincage

Pass 18 Jun 2015 52,431 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 49,834 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 45,177 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 40,546 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 32,124 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 32,098 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Feb 2010 23,205 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 23,205 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 May 2009 21,321 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 19,434 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 17,785 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 15,255 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 15,255 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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Y179 KBN is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y179 KBN, 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 Y179 KBN registered?

Y179 KBN is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y179 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y179 KBN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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