CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y279 TOK

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,800 mi
Last recorded51,800 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 TOK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2026 51,800 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure End can bolts loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fuel cap ineffective Can't be open with the presented key. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Front Forks dust seal perished but not leaking

Pass 4 Jun 2025 50,673 miles

Central Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 48,541 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 46,780 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 46,009 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2020 45,950 miles

Central Main stand need lub.

Pass 17 Apr 2018 42,225 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 38,701 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 38,701 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 36,988 miles

Front Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 36,429 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 35,458 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 34,327 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 32,721 miles

Cut in front tyre

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap lock damaged but not effecting operation

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 31,080 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 30,509 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 30,509 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 30,504 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 29,983 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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y279 TOK is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y279 TOK, 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

How do I check the history of Y279 TOK?

You can check the full history of Y279 TOK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y279 TOK registered?

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

Is Y279 TOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y279 TOK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y279 TOK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y279 TOK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.