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B12 CWL

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

25,494 mi
Last recorded25,494 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB12 CWL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 25,494 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 24,899 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 23,944 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 23,279 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 22,740 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 21,889 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 17,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Mar 2019 17,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 12,809 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 12,661 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 12,278 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 12,250 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 12,226 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 9 Oct 2013 12,226 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 12,090 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,753 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 11,434 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,434 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 10,978 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,357 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 10,152 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 9,945 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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B12 CWL is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 B12 CWL, 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 B12 CWL registered?

B12 CWL is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 3 March 2001.

Is B12 CWL safe to buy?

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