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BV51 NWW

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,452 mi
Last recorded41,452 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV51 NWW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 41,452 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 38,912 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 36,625 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2018 36,625 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 32,800 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 29,223 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 1,303 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013
Pass 8 Feb 2012 2,641 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010
Pass 9 Feb 2009
Pass 26 Jan 2008 5,102 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 4,806 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))

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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BV51 NWW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BV51 NWW, 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 BV51 NWW registered?

BV51 NWW is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is BV51 NWW safe to buy?

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