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Y232 EFT

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

29,011 mi
Last recorded29,011 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY232 EFT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 29,011 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 May 2026 29,011 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 25,930 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 10 Jan 2025 25,930 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 22,323 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 21,927 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 21,847 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 21,762 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Fork bushes worn (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 21,461 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 21,211 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 20,234 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 18,256 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

lock stops slightly worn

Pass 29 Mar 2014 17,482 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 15,961 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 29 Jan 2013 15,958 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 15,467 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 14,988 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 14,349 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 14,348 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2008 12,700 miles

chain and sprockets badly worn

Fail 30 Jul 2008 12,700 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2007 10,845 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2007 10,845 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 6,269 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 5,813 miles
Fail 31 May 2005 5,796 miles

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

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

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Y232 EFT is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 Y232 EFT, 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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Y232 EFT is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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