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V443 XJV

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,808 mi
Last recorded10,808 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV443 XJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 10,808 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 10,249 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 10,056 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 1mm limit, needs changing before it wears under minimum limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked but not affecting beam or aim. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 10,056 miles

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

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 1mm limit, needs changing before it wears under minimum limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Cracked but not affecting beam or aim. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 9,703 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2022 9,703 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 8,998 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 8,992 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 7,941 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 7,440 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 6,623 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 6,523 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 4,686 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 4,686 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Rear sprocket (6.2.1h)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 1,514 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 1,441 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013
Pass 1 Jun 2012 553 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 326 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 169 miles

Front brake hoses a bit short

Head lamp aim

Pass 19 Mar 2009 18,430 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 15,217 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 12,886 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 10,702 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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V443 XJV is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V443 XJV, 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 V443 XJV registered?

V443 XJV is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 January 2000.

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