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Y187 FHG

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,670 mi
Last recorded31,670 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY187 FHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 31,670 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 28,669 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 28,669 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 31,423 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 31,423 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 31,153 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 25,242 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 22,774 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Oct 2009 22,774 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 13,448 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 13,448 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 7,279 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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Y187 FHG is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Y187 FHG, 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 Y187 FHG registered?

Y187 FHG is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 April 2001.

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