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Y217 FVW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,911 mi
Last recorded23,911 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 23,911 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 23,908 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,889 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 23,726 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 23,702 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 23,585 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 23,097 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 23,096 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height Or width (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 22,692 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 22,234 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2014 22,234 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 21,446 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 20,998 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 19,804 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 18,904 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 17,955 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 16,839 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 16,280 miles

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

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 FVW 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 88.9%.

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 Y217 FVW, 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 FVW registered?

Y217 FVW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 5 March 2001.

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