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FX51 KBK

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,381 mi
Last recorded51,381 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 KBK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 51,381 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 50,056 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 49,818 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2013 46,158 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

front disc bobbins worn

Pass 5 Oct 2013 46,158 miles

front disc bobbins worn

Pass 20 Jul 2012 39,130 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 38,177 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2011 38,177 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 35,748 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 31,746 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 26,996 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 26,996 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2007 21,816 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2007 21,816 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 14,214 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 14,214 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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FX51 KBK is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FX51 KBK, 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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FX51 KBK is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 8 October 2001.

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