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BF55 BVA

2005 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,213 mi
Last recorded48,213 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF120015,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 BVA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 48,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 May 2022 48,213 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 48,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 47,894 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2017 45,882 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 45,554 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 45,554 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 44,679 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 43,900 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 42,939 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 41,516 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 40,495 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 33,499 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 27,048 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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BF55 BVA is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BF55 BVA, 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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BF55 BVA is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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