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Y396 KBN

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,114 mi
Last recorded16,114 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY396 KBN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 16,114 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 16,048 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 15,855 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,690 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 15,312 miles

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

nearside bar end loose

Pass 30 Jul 2010 14,654 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 14,443 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 13,961 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 13,403 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 12,385 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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Y396 KBN is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y396 KBN, 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 Y396 KBN registered?

Y396 KBN is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 21 May 2001.

Is Y396 KBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y396 KBN shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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