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FKZ 5665

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

27,934 mi
Last recorded27,934 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKZ 5665
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 27,934 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 25,183 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 24,946 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 24,930 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2022 24,930 miles

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation rear brake stop switch (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 24,925 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 24,925 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Valve stem seriously damaged rear tyre valve is split at the base (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 24,918 miles

Brake binding but not excessively rear brake (1.2.1 (f))

Valve stem slightly damaged rear tyre valve (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 24,912 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 24,906 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 24,906 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy rear brake (3.1.4a)

Pass 12 May 2016 24,738 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 24,720 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 24,551 miles

rear brake is dragging slightly

Fail 8 May 2014 24,551 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2013 24,318 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

rear brake is dragging slightly

Fail 20 Apr 2013 24,308 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 23,992 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 23,992 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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FKZ 5665 is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 FKZ 5665, 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 FKZ 5665 registered?

FKZ 5665 is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is FKZ 5665 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKZ 5665 shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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