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Y257 HTA

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,686 mi
Last recorded18,686 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY257 HTA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 18,686 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 18,383 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 17,696 miles

no rear footpegs Seat cowling fitted at time of test

Pass 14 Feb 2023 17,229 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 16,463 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 16,068 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 14,953 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 14,183 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 14,183 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2017 13,839 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 13,699 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 13,612 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 13,612 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 13,467 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 13,105 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 12,634 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 11,457 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 9,112 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 6,107 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 3,953 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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Y257 HTA is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y257 HTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y257 HTA registered?

Y257 HTA is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is Y257 HTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y257 HTA shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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