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Y494 VMW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

White Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,736 mi
Last recorded27,736 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY494 VMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 27,736 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 27,699 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 26,751 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 26,695 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 25,344 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 24,701 miles

Slight notchiness detected in head bearings

Pass 30 Sep 2010 23,271 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 21,535 miles

NUMBER PLATE LAMP NOT WORKING.

NUMBER PLATE NOT THE REQUIRED SIZE.

O/S REAR INDICATOR FAULTY.

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 20,715 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 19,684 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 15,572 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 15,572 miles

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

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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Y494 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in White with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y494 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.

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What year was Y494 VMW registered?

Y494 VMW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y494 VMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y494 VMW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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