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Y427 XEV

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,592 mi
Last recorded23,592 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY427 XEV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 23,592 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 22,841 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 21,957 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 21,940 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 21,672 miles

1/ front inner brake pads becoming worn

Pass 26 May 2017 21,539 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 21,328 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 28 May 2016 21,328 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 21,178 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 20,029 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 20,029 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 19,602 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2011 19,219 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 18,584 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 16,325 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 12,683 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 10,399 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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Y427 XEV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 Y427 XEV, 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 Y427 XEV registered?

Y427 XEV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y427 XEV safe to buy?

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