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Y231 AEX

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

37,972 mi
Last recorded37,972 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 AEX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 37,972 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 37,109 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 35,832 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 34,065 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 33,573 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 31,672 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 29,844 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,718 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 22,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 20,257 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 20,060 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 19,986 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 19,646 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 19,646 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 18,220 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 15,083 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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Y231 AEX 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 93.8%.

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 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 Y231 AEX, 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 Y231 AEX registered?

Y231 AEX is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y231 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y231 AEX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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