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Y481 VMW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Gold Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,603 mi
Last recorded24,603 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY481 VMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2026 24,603 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 24,590 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 24,517 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 24,210 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 23,747 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 23,395 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 23,060 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 22,986 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 22,569 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 22,034 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 21,484 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 20,848 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 20,676 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 19,921 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 18,708 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 17,308 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 15,381 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 13,022 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 11,669 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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Y481 VMW 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 100%.

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 Y481 VMW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y481 VMW?

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What year was Y481 VMW registered?

Y481 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 9 June 2001.

Is Y481 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y481 VMW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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