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Suzuki GSF1200

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,157 cc

T252 VVWMOT history

T252 VVW is a black petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 21,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
21,645 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T252 VVW
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T252 VVW was last recorded at 21,645 miles on 22 May 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 May 2014: 17,361 miles, lower than 25,450 miles on 9 May 2013.
  • 31 Jan 2024: 21,590 miles, lower than 26,182 miles on 9 Aug 2021.

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
21,639 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 21,645 miles
  • 2025 – 21,639 miles
  • 2024 – 21,590 miles
  • 2021 – 26,182 miles
  • 2014 – 17,361 miles
  • 2013 – 25,450 miles
  • 2012 – 25,016 miles
  • 2011 – 23,726 miles
  • 2009 – 22,416 miles
  • 2008 – 18,037 miles
  • 2006 – 16,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass21,645 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryChain guard missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass21,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    21,645 miles
    Test number
    414176338700
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing

  2. Fail21,644 miles (+5)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,644 miles
    Test number
    965652359758
    • MajorExhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing

  3. Fail21,639 miles (+49)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,639 miles
    Test number
    694109713956
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass21,590 miles (-4,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    21,590 miles
    Test number
    701143579823
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass26,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    26,182 miles
    Test number
    132156937795
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing

  6. Fail26,182 miles1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,182 miles
    Test number
    767278203338
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    954105654245
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  8. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    559255463420
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    830126437905
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  10. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    726221496201
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  11. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    650058817194
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRoller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  12. FailMileage not read1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    569973072899
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRoller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  13. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    526276675158
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

  14. Pass17,361 miles (-8,089)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    17,361 miles
    Test number
    245493634444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,450 miles (+434)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    25,450 miles
    Test number
    278079323197
    • NoteDip beam slightly dull

  16. Pass25,016 miles (+1,290)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,016 miles
    Test number
    559292832106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,726 miles (+1,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,726 miles
    Test number
    547158391016
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  18. Pass22,416 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    22,416 miles
    Test number
    790925509266
    • NoteExhaust poor
    • NoteRear tyre very near wear limit

  19. Fail22,407 miles (+4,370)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,407 miles
    Test number
    793937599151
    • DangerousDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteLower exhaust joint deteriorated

  20. Pass18,037 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    18,037 miles
    Test number
    220696498163
    • NotePoor headlamp beam pattern

  21. Fail18,028 miles (+1,861)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,028 miles
    Test number
    280094598177
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  22. Pass16,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,167 miles
    Test number
    754656156180
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about T252 VVW

Does T252 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T252 VVW is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T252 VVW?
The MOT on T252 VVW is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T252 VVW done?
T252 VVW was recorded at 21,645 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 274 miles a year.
Has T252 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T252 VVW has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T252 VVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 13 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T252 VVW find?
T252 VVW passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 advisory: chain guard missing.

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