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Suzuki GSF1200

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,157 cc

T181 MVVMOT history

T181 MVV is a black petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 38,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2026
Mileage
38,177 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 MVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF1200
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,157 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2026
Latest MOT test
22 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 MVV was last recorded at 38,177 miles on 22 May 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2012: 27,118 miles, lower than 36,791 miles on 23 Sept 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
38,172 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 38,177 miles
  • 2021 – 36,696 miles
  • 2018 – 35,905 miles
  • 2017 – 34,765 miles
  • 2016 – 33,621 miles
  • 2015 – 32,758 miles
  • 2014 – 31,513 miles
  • 2013 – 29,779 miles
  • 2012 – 27,118 miles
  • 2011 – 36,791 miles
  • 2010 – 35,444 miles
  • 2009 – 35,342 miles
  • 2008 – 31,821 miles
  • 2007 – 28,467 miles
  • 2006 – 24,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,177 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,177 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    38,177 miles
    Test number
    277030153411
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  2. Fail38,172 miles (+1,476)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,172 miles
    Test number
    339182070340
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  3. Pass36,696 miles (+791)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    36,696 miles
    Test number
    804023795619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass35,905 miles (+1,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,905 miles
    Test number
    357992867547
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass34,765 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,765 miles
    Test number
    349351685635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  6. Fail34,765 miles (+1,144)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,765 miles
    Test number
    392690659070
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  7. Pass33,621 miles (+863)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,621 miles
    Test number
    991016784959
    • AdvisoryExhaust has had temp repair
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn unevenly

  8. Pass32,758 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,758 miles
    Test number
    608004285191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail32,695 miles (+1,182)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,695 miles
    Test number
    649523065107
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureFront Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • FailureRear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • FailureRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

  10. Pass31,513 miles (+142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,513 miles
    Test number
    629351694133
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  11. Fail31,371 miles (+1,592)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,371 miles
    Test number
    109292674190
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  12. Fail29,779 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,779 miles
    Test number
    185600123224
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

  13. Pass29,779 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,779 miles
    Test number
    368450223456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,118 miles (-9,673)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,118 miles
    Test number
    936675902166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,791 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,791 miles
    Test number
    618746561266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,444 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,444 miles
    Test number
    440468830203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,342 miles (+3,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,342 miles
    Test number
    121556869278
    • AdvisoryRear Plate brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.B2a)

  18. Pass31,821 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,821 miles
    Test number
    103924638248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,467 miles (+4,324)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    28,467 miles
    Test number
    332862137483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,143 miles
    Test number
    580395216254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T181 MVV

Does T181 MVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T181 MVV expired on 21 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T181 MVV?
The MOT on T181 MVV expired on 21 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T181 MVV done?
T181 MVV was recorded at 38,177 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2025, an average of 746 miles a year.
Has T181 MVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 MVV has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T181 MVV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T181 MVV find?
T181 MVV passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front valve stem slightly damaged.

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