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AY03 GYF

2003 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

26,433 mi
Last recorded26,433 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Suzuki GSF120017,618 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 GYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 26,433 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 26,433 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 25,049 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2018 25,046 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 21,987 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2015 21,987 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 17,523 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Fail 1 Mar 2014 17,523 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Jul 2012 16,900 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2012 16,887 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

no battery strap fitted

Pass 30 Jul 2011 16,313 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 16,202 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 16,202 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 15,750 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 15,358 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 14,418 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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AY03 GYF is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 17,618 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 AY03 GYF, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AY03 GYF is a 2003 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 April 2003.

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