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Suzuki GSF1200

Brown · Petrol · 1999 · 1,157 cc

T451 JVUMOT history

T451 JVU is a brown petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 55,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
55,555 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T451 JVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF1200
Colour
Brown
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,157 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T451 JVU was last recorded at 55,555 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 956 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,599 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
956 miles
Average per year
2,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,555 miles
  • 2025 – 54,599 miles
  • 2024 – 52,954 miles
  • 2023 – 50,454 miles
  • 2022 – 47,840 miles
  • 2021 – 45,363 miles
  • 2020 – 43,262 miles
  • 2019 – 40,995 miles
  • 2018 – 40,319 miles
  • 2017 – 39,640 miles
  • 2016 – 38,185 miles
  • 2015 – 36,854 miles
  • 2014 – 34,589 miles
  • 2013 – 34,169 miles
  • 2012 – 32,878 miles
  • 2011 – 30,896 miles
  • 2010 – 28,320 miles
  • 2009 – 26,669 miles
  • 2008 – 23,612 miles
  • 2007 – 19,106 miles
  • 2006 – 14,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,555 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Handlebar deformed but serviceable

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass55,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    55,555 miles
    Test number
    969477077231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail55,555 miles (+956)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,555 miles
    Test number
    271320940031
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass54,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,599 miles
    Test number
    666219282213
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Fail54,599 miles (+1,645)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,599 miles
    Test number
    565556039349
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass52,954 miles (+2,500)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    52,954 miles
    Test number
    682879897383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,454 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    771289469971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Handlebar deformed but serviceable slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))
  7. Fail50,454 miles (+2,614)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,454 miles
    Test number
    349804930574
    • DangerousCentral Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousCentral Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Handlebar deformed but serviceable slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))
  8. Pass47,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    47,840 miles
    Test number
    595125680225
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly loose Silencer join to header pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail47,840 miles (+2,477)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,840 miles
    Test number
    438992288188
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly loose Silencer join to header pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass45,363 miles (+2,101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    45,363 miles
    Test number
    535010194758
    • AdvisoryClutch fluid below minimum level
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly loose Silencer at header pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Side light not working
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
  11. Pass43,262 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    43,262 miles
    Test number
    744272232551
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly loose Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sidelight not working
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  12. Fail43,262 miles (+2,267)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,262 miles
    Test number
    955984621489
    • DangerousFront Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock Hand guard (2.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly loose Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sidelight not working
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  13. Pass40,995 miles (+676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,995 miles
    Test number
    109624978981
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySide light not working
  14. Pass40,319 miles (+679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,319 miles
    Test number
    841136584914
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
  15. Pass39,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,640 miles
    Test number
    393490380911
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
  16. Fail39,640 miles (+1,455)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,640 miles
    Test number
    385838531659
    • Repaired at testDrive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
  17. Pass38,185 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,185 miles
    Test number
    379785475638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,854 miles
    Test number
    916193475197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  19. Fail36,854 miles (+2,265)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,854 miles
    Test number
    785127765194
    • FailureOffside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  20. Pass34,589 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,589 miles
    Test number
    377872864103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,169 miles (+1,291)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,169 miles
    Test number
    855319673186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,878 miles (+1,982)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,878 miles
    Test number
    155178862164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    258629761400
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  24. Fail30,896 miles (+2,576)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    287235261433
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
  25. Pass28,320 miles (+1,651)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,320 miles
    Test number
    240216550423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,669 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,669 miles
    Test number
    462212369186
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  27. Fail26,669 miles (+3,057)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,669 miles
    Test number
    710807359165
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
    • FailureSteering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  28. Pass23,612 miles (+4,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,612 miles
    Test number
    250966268161
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  29. Pass19,106 miles (+4,311)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    19,106 miles
    Test number
    214726567413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass14,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,795 miles
    Test number
    553204856163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T451 JVU

Does T451 JVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T451 JVU is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T451 JVU?
The MOT on T451 JVU is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T451 JVU done?
T451 JVU was recorded at 55,555 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 2,016 miles a year.
Has T451 JVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T451 JVU has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T451 JVU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T451 JVU find?
T451 JVU passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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