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Y279 HOD

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,931 mi
Last recorded53,931 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 HOD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2026 53,931 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 49,513 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 47,317 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 42,989 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 41,843 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 39,171 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 35,827 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 30,419 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,076 miles

Front brakes binding slightly.

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

Pass 13 May 2016 28,284 miles

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

Front brake has little reserve travel.

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 25,450 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,932 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 20,843 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 19,319 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 18,432 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 17,388 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 1,133 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 12,710 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 10,338 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

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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Y279 HOD is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y279 HOD, 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 Y279 HOD registered?

Y279 HOD is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y279 HOD safe to buy?

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