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Y418 FFV

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Gold Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,969 mi
Last recorded53,969 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY418 FFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 53,969 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 86,273 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 84,155 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 80,190 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 75,604 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 72,696 miles

number plate lights inoperative

pass light inoperative.

Pass 23 Jul 2015 63,956 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 59,018 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 58,832 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 56,797 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 53,331 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 48,024 miles

Registration light non operational

Pass 10 May 2010 31,946 miles

Number plate light not working

Fail 30 May 2009 62,269 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 30 May 2009 62,269 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 24 May 2008 46,604 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 29 May 2007 40,148 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

excess wear in chain

rev counter not lit

tyres 1.6mm

Pass 29 May 2007 40,148 miles

excess wear in chain

rev counter not lit

tyres 1.6mm

Pass 2 Jun 2006 36,651 miles

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

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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Y418 FFV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Gold with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y418 FFV, 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 Y418 FFV registered?

Y418 FFV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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The MOT history for Y418 FFV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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