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Y493 AAB

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

22,290 mi
Last recorded22,290 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY493 AAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 22,290 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 21,828 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 21,816 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 21,736 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 21,642 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 21,289 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 21,289 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 20,993 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 20,509 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 19,844 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 19,330 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 18,752 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 17,346 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 15,088 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 9,326 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 3,667 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 3,667 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 3,284 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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Y493 AAB is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y493 AAB, 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 Y493 AAB registered?

Y493 AAB is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y493 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y493 AAB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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