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BU04 VYF

2004 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

11,258 mi
Last recorded11,258 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSF120016,632 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 VYF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 11,258 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 10,985 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2021 10,985 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 9,814 miles

Central Front steering head bearings a little over tight causing drag

Nearside Rear drive chain is a little tight

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 9,801 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 9,539 miles

gear lever bush excessively worn

Pass 24 Jan 2014 8,462 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 7,736 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 4,485 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2011 3,111 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 3,111 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 2,791 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 2,791 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2009 2,768 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 2,752 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 2,742 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 3,182 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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BU04 VYF is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 BU04 VYF, 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.

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What year was BU04 VYF registered?

BU04 VYF is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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