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M342 TAW

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

35,584 mi
Last recorded35,584 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM342 TAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 35,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 33,864 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 32,041 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 29,274 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 25,487 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 22,314 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 20,314 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 20,314 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 18,671 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 18,622 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 18,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 18,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 18,141 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 18,141 miles

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)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 18,067 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 17,947 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 17,947 miles

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)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 17,511 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 17,511 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 16,940 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 May 2008 15,891 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 14,772 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 14,772 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 12,092 miles

rear suspetion preload requires adjusting rear on rear hugger

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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M342 TAW is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 21,483 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 M342 TAW, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M342 TAW registered?

M342 TAW is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is M342 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M342 TAW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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