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Y3 FCU

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

20,265 mi
Last recorded20,265 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY3 FCU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 20,265 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 19,857 miles

rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 10 Jun 2024 19,665 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 19,559 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 19,442 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 19,374 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 27 May 2020 19,367 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached mono shock has nut missing from bolt (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working control 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 18,583 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 17,011 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 17,011 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 15,109 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,109 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 7 Apr 2014 13,100 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 13,100 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 10,381 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,597 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 7,150 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 7,150 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 14 May 2009 6,606 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 8 May 2008 5,588 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 4,461 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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Y3 FCU is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y3 FCU, 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 Y3 FCU registered?

Y3 FCU is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is Y3 FCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y3 FCU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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