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BK51 TAM

2004 Suzuki GSF1200

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,730 mi
Last recorded35,730 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSF120016,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 TAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 35,730 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 34,824 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 33,859 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2024 33,859 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 31,949 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 30,867 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 28,669 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2021 28,669 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 27,103 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 24,973 miles

Slight play rear linkage bearings

Pass 17 Feb 2018 22,898 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 19,016 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 15,231 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 14,634 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 14,187 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 13,784 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 13,784 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 12,258 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 9,762 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 8,740 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 6,693 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 5,044 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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BK51 TAM is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200 in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BK51 TAM, 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 BK51 TAM registered?

BK51 TAM is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 December 2004.

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