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Y48 REC

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

26,409 mi
Last recorded26,409 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY48 REC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 26,409 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 26,229 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 25,843 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 25,443 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 25,191 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 24,752 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 24,349 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 23,417 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 21,042 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 19,637 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 17,824 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 17,599 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 16,333 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 16,333 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 15,014 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 13,932 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 12,973 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 12,582 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 11,427 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 10,028 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 887 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 7,891 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 7,891 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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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Y48 REC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y48 REC, 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 Y48 REC registered?

Y48 REC is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y48 REC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y48 REC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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