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Y243 UKN

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,100 mi
Last recorded64,100 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY243 UKN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 64,100 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 64,100 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 62,497 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 62,497 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2017 55,096 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 54,720 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 52,583 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 50,609 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2014 50,579 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 47,557 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 44,584 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2011 41,718 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010
Pass 24 Jan 2009 37,384 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 37,361 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Jan 2008 34,005 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 30,350 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 25,872 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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Y243 UKN is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red 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 Y243 UKN, 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 Y243 UKN registered?

Y243 UKN is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 May 2001.

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