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Y308 HOD

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,178 mi
Last recorded26,178 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY308 HOD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 26,178 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 25,941 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 25,465 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 25,221 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 24,954 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 24,746 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 24,040 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 22,794 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 22,794 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 21,504 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 20,016 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 19,459 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 19,459 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 16,582 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 14,448 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 12,087 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 9,414 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 8,723 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 8,080 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 7,424 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 6,369 miles
Pass 10 May 2005 5,907 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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Y308 HOD is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y308 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 Y308 HOD registered?

Y308 HOD is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is Y308 HOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y308 HOD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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