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Y491 AAM

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,697 mi
Last recorded32,697 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY491 AAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 32,697 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2025 31,879 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 31,135 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 31,110 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 31,107 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 31,096 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 31,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 31,010 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 30,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 30,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2010 30,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2009 30,781 miles

o/s front foot rest bushes slightly worn

Pass 30 May 2008 30,710 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 30,334 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 29,346 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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Y491 AAM is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 Y491 AAM, 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 Y491 AAM registered?

Y491 AAM is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 5 April 2001.

Is Y491 AAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y491 AAM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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