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Y217 BCG

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,508 mi
Last recorded23,508 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY217 BCG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 23,508 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 18,675 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 18,675 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 12,156 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front/Rear (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2018 7,535 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2018 7,510 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2017 5,240 miles

headlight converter fitted

Fail 25 May 2017 5,231 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 5,050 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 4,821 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 4,697 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2010 4,175 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 6,814 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 6,814 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,771 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 3,674 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 3,339 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2005 3,200 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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Y217 BCG is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y217 BCG, 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 Y217 BCG registered?

Y217 BCG is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is Y217 BCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y217 BCG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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