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Y498 GUF

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,450 mi
Last recorded12,450 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY498 GUF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 12,450 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 1,999 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

engine bolt missing

handle bars have slight free play

Pass 5 Jul 2019 1,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

high beam tell tale not working

Fail 5 Jul 2019 1,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

high beam tell tale not working

Pass 21 Jun 2018 4,581 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 3,327 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 3,327 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2016 3,319 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 2,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 1,884 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 7,668 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 7,030 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 5,737 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 5,033 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 4,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 4,284 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 3,788 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2005 3,227 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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Y498 GUF is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver 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 Y498 GUF, 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 Y498 GUF registered?

Y498 GUF is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y498 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y498 GUF 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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