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Y479 TGC

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,153 mi
Last recorded67,153 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY479 TGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 67,153 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 67,113 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 63,283 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 63,283 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2015 59,523 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 54,853 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 50,512 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 47,239 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 43,249 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 43,240 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 39,989 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 36,383 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 33,146 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 29,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 27,815 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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Y479 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y479 TGC, 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 Y479 TGC registered?

Y479 TGC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 March 2001.

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