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FJ04 EXC

2004 Suzuki GSF1200

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,001 mi
Last recorded45,001 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2004 Suzuki GSF120016,632 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 EXC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2020 45,001 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Mar 2015 44,468 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 43,931 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 43,505 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2011 43,505 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 20,573 miles

chain ajusted up to much

front tyre started to go out of shape

rear brake just holding

Pass 16 Feb 2009 40,761 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 33,467 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 25,081 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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FJ04 EXC is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200 in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FJ04 EXC, 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 FJ04 EXC registered?

FJ04 EXC is a 2004 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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