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YN05 VOV

2005 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

157,732 mi
Last recorded157,732 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF120015,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 VOV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 157,732 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 149,680 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 144,989 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 134,001 miles

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 119,947 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 110,061 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 100,974 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 95,265 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 88,810 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 78,396 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 63,240 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2013 53,388 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 43,589 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 43,589 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 38,843 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 34,010 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 27,231 miles

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

gear lever mounting bush worn.

Fail 7 May 2009 27,231 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

gear lever mounting bush worn.

Pass 22 Apr 2008 18,198 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 18,198 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

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YN05 VOV is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,170 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 YN05 VOV, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YN05 VOV is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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