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Y249 VMW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,441 mi
Last recorded26,441 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 VMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2018 26,441 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 17,676 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 17,676 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2015 15,841 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 14,879 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,912 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 13,912 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 26,653 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 May 2011 22,536 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 20,250 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 18,389 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 18,075 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

engine oil level low

one of the two rear position lights not working

Pass 11 Jul 2007 17,657 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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

clutch lever and master cylinder mounting damaged

Pass 24 Feb 2006 12,585 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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Y249 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y249 VMW, 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 Y249 VMW registered?

Y249 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 July 2001.

Is Y249 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y249 VMW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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