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Y389 KCW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,362 mi
Last recorded5,362 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY389 KCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2012 5,362 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 5,321 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 5,321 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 5,225 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 4,880 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 4,797 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 2,186 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 1,860 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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Y389 KCW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y389 KCW, 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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How do I check the history of Y389 KCW?

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What year was Y389 KCW registered?

Y389 KCW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y389 KCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y389 KCW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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