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YJ04 VOT

2004 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,315 mi
Last recorded26,315 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSF120016,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 VOT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 26,315 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 25,571 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 25,406 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 25,406 miles

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 24,380 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 23,775 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

rear wheel feels slightly rough when spun

Pass 2 Oct 2018 23,271 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 22,790 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

head light beam pattern weak

throttle feels rough

Pass 8 Oct 2016 22,403 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2015 21,013 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 19,464 miles
Fail 3 May 2014 19,454 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 16,195 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 14,158 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 12,477 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 11,091 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 8,829 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 6,441 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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YJ04 VOT is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,632 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 YJ04 VOT, 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 22 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ04 VOT registered?

YJ04 VOT is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 3 March 2004.

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The MOT history for YJ04 VOT 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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