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Y379 DBW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

24,978 mi
Last recorded24,978 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY379 DBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 24,978 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 24,454 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 24,196 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 24,108 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 23,837 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 23,412 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 23,368 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 23,096 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 22,999 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 22,423 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 21,687 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 20,685 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,408 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 20,024 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 19,608 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 18,795 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 17,187 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 15,193 miles

o/s no plate light n/w

one of two rear lights n/w

Pass 13 Jul 2007 13,080 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

chain a little loose

Pass 13 Jul 2006 11,103 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 11,103 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 9,867 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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Y379 DBW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 Y379 DBW, 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 Y379 DBW registered?

Y379 DBW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y379 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y379 DBW shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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