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Y291 BRD

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,555 mi
Last recorded43,555 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY291 BRD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 43,555 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 42,500 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 42,073 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 42,070 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 41,733 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 41,503 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 40,961 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 40,831 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 40,608 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 39,525 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 37,932 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Apr 2010 37,389 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2009 34,834 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2008 32,405 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 29,123 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 25,278 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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Y291 BRD is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 Y291 BRD, 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 Y291 BRD registered?

Y291 BRD is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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