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Suzuki GSF1200

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,157 cc

T581 BCUMOT history

T581 BCU is a green petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 3 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 26,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jun 2027
Mileage
26,244 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 BCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF1200
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,157 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T581 BCU was last recorded at 26,244 miles on 29 May 2026, 181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,063 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
181 miles
Average per year
477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 26,244 miles
  • 2025 – 26,063 miles
  • 2023 – 25,648 miles
  • 2022 – 25,223 miles
  • 2021 – 24,864 miles
  • 2019 – 24,428 miles
  • 2017 – 23,900 miles
  • 2016 – 21,446 miles
  • 2015 – 21,229 miles
  • 2014 – 20,939 miles
  • 2013 – 20,658 miles
  • 2012 – 20,455 miles
  • 2011 – 20,256 miles
  • 2010 – 19,535 miles
  • 2009 – 18,205 miles
  • 2007 – 17,506 miles
  • 2006 – 16,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,244 miles
  • AdvisoryFront some corrosion on oil filter but not leaking
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear rhr indicator loose
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Engine oil filter corroded substantially which could result in a major oil leak if allowed to rot through

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak of exhaust gasses from link pipe joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,244 miles (+181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    26,244 miles
    Test number
    327233774891
    • AdvisoryFront some corrosion on oil filter but not leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rhr indicator loose
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass26,063 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    26,063 miles
    Test number
    672419803671
    • AdvisoryEngine oil filter corroded substantially which could result in a major oil leak if allowed to rot through
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak of exhaust gasses from link pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail26,040 miles (+52)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,040 miles
    Test number
    338777110546
    • MajorDrive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil filter corroded substantially which could result in a major oil leak if allowed to rot through
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak of exhaust gasses from link pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail25,988 miles (+340)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,988 miles
    Test number
    625174359949
    • DangerousNearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure OSF lower engine mounting bolt snapped (front bolt which passes through engine crash bar) (6.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil filter corroded substantially which could result in a major oil leak if allowed to rot through
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blowing from link pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass25,648 miles (+425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    25,648 miles
    Test number
    651264513151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass25,223 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    25,223 miles
    Test number
    929215653994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass24,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    24,864 miles
    Test number
    461310126279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail24,864 miles (+436)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,864 miles
    Test number
    508836671701
    • Repaired at testRear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass24,428 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    24,428 miles
    Test number
    866564052820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass23,900 miles (+2,454)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    23,900 miles
    Test number
    777284141168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass21,446 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    21,446 miles
    Test number
    988300975368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,229 miles (+290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    21,229 miles
    Test number
    988250955175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  13. Pass20,939 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    20,939 miles
    Test number
    959107034156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,658 miles (+203)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    20,658 miles
    Test number
    428424823144
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  15. Pass20,455 miles (+199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,455 miles
    Test number
    708106122173
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Fail20,256 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,256 miles
    Test number
    219818651166
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Pass20,256 miles (+721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,256 miles
    Test number
    549878251153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  18. Pass19,535 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,535 miles
    Test number
    160776660137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  19. Fail19,497 miles (+1,292)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,497 miles
    Test number
    281523960499
    • FailureFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  20. Pass18,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    18,205 miles
    Test number
    504950669158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  21. Fail18,205 miles (+699)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,205 miles
    Test number
    911980569116
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  22. Pass17,506 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,506 miles
    Test number
    420373707128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,581 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,581 miles
    Test number
    294316156074
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  24. Pass16,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    16,581 miles
    Test number
    984196156054
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Questions about T581 BCU

Does T581 BCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T581 BCU is valid until 6 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T581 BCU?
The MOT on T581 BCU is valid until 6 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T581 BCU done?
T581 BCU was recorded at 26,244 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 477 miles a year.
Has T581 BCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 BCU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T581 BCU 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 T581 BCU find?
T581 BCU passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front some corrosion on oil filter but not leaking; nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil; offside rear rhr indicator loose, and 1 more.

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