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Y799 WEW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

33,805 mi
Last recorded33,805 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY799 WEW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 33,805 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022

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

very corroded.

Pass 12 May 2021 41,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

generally corroded.

Pass 3 Jul 2018 41,137 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 41,096 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 39,620 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 39,580 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 May 2016 36,901 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 31,712 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 26,547 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 21,700 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 May 2013 21,700 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 17,885 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 17,885 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 14,152 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 14,140 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

On correct adjustment of the chain there is a tight link/spot.I recommend that a new chain and sprockets be fitted ASAP

Pass 10 Jun 2010 14,140 miles

On correct adjustment of the chain there is a tight link/spot.I recommend that a new chain and sprockets be fitted ASAP

Pass 3 Jun 2009 12,804 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 12,413 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 11,346 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 11,346 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2007 8,850 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 6,610 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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Y799 WEW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 Y799 WEW, 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 Y799 WEW registered?

Y799 WEW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 April 2001.

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