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V523 FVU

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,959 mi
Last recorded38,959 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV523 FVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 38,959 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 37,123 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 35,268 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 35,086 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 34,922 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 34,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 34,256 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,461 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 33,461 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 32,958 miles

Aftermarket exhaust installed

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 May 2014 32,904 miles

number plate slight delamination

rear flasher lens slight cracking

Pass 27 Apr 2013 31,808 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Mar 2012 31,296 miles

number plate changed at time of test

Pass 12 Mar 2011 30,642 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 30,051 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 28,918 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 26,742 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 25,789 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 22,522 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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V523 FVU is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V523 FVU, 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 V523 FVU registered?

V523 FVU is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 February 2000.

Is V523 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V523 FVU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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