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Y459 BFX

2001 Suzuki Intruder

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

34,008 mi
Last recorded34,008 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki Intruder15,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY459 BFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelIntruder
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 34,008 miles

bike been standing

rear tyre condition

Pass 17 Apr 2014 33,499 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 32,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 10 May 2013 32,886 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 May 2012 31,903 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 31,903 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2011 31,426 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 31,426 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2009
Pass 23 Jun 2008
Pass 30 Apr 2007

front and rear brake controls spongy and should be checked

Pass 5 May 2006 22,831 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 22,831 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Intruder?

Based on 5,071 MOT tests across 468 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
467
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Horn not working 23
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 23
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Y459 BFX is a 2001 Suzuki Intruder in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki Intruder models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 15,024 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 Intruder fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y459 BFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Intruder typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki Intruder is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y459 BFX registered?

Y459 BFX is a 2001 Suzuki Intruder, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y459 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y459 BFX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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