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GK51 LKV

2001 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

72,155 mi
Last recorded72,155 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Suzuki GSF120020,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 LKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 72,155 miles

Front Upper Cam cover has oil leak.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 71,746 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

cam cover gasket showing signs of oil leakage.

Fail 7 Jul 2022 71,740 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

cam cover gasket showing signs of oil leakage.

Pass 7 Oct 2019 70,610 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2019 70,610 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 70,477 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 69,900 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 68,182 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 67,108 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 62,290 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 60,072 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 53,416 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 44,456 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 44,456 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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GK51 LKV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GK51 LKV, 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 GK51 LKV registered?

GK51 LKV is a 2001 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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