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Suzuki GSF1200

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,157 cc

Y289 VMWMOT history

Y289 VMW is a black petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 13 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 12,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
12,745 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y289 VMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF1200
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,157 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y289 VMW was last recorded at 12,745 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 217 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
12,528 miles · 23 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
217 miles
Average per year
669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 12,745 miles
  • 2019 – 12,528 miles
  • 2018 – 12,513 miles
  • 2017 – 12,136 miles
  • 2016 – 10,763 miles
  • 2014 – 10,543 miles
  • 2013 – 9,835 miles
  • 2012 – 8,807 miles
  • 2011 – 7,566 miles
  • 2010 – 5,654 miles
  • 2009 – 3,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,745 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass12,745 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    12,745 miles
    Test number
    696338545779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass12,528 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    12,528 miles
    Test number
    164793094427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass12,513 miles (+377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    12,513 miles
    Test number
    739807256698
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
  4. Pass12,136 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    12,136 miles
    Test number
    526125048562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass10,763 miles (+220)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    10,763 miles
    Test number
    300952436341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass10,543 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    10,543 miles
    Test number
    368489444387
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  7. Fail10,543 miles (+708)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,543 miles
    Test number
    599586544395
    • FailureDrive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • FailureDrive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • NoteThe front tyre is cracking slightly
    • NoteThe front tyre is low in pressure
  8. Pass9,835 miles (+1,028)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    9,835 miles
    Test number
    446992453457
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  9. Pass8,807 miles (+1,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    8,807 miles
    Test number
    569225642391
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  10. Pass7,566 miles (+1,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    7,566 miles
    Test number
    116436541353
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  11. Pass5,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    5,654 miles
    Test number
    494554340349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail5,654 miles (+2,479)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,654 miles
    Test number
    243042540314
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NotePilot light not working.
    • NoteRear foot rest pivots worn.
  13. Pass3,175 miles (+2,170)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    3,175 miles
    Test number
    230912949306
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • NoteWear in rear foot rests
  14. Pass1,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    1,005 miles
    Test number
    614628409086
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
  15. Fail1,005 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,005 miles
    Test number
    161678309447
    • FailureNearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Questions about Y289 VMW

Does Y289 VMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y289 VMW is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y289 VMW?
The MOT on Y289 VMW is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y289 VMW done?
Y289 VMW was recorded at 12,745 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 669 miles a year.
Has Y289 VMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y289 VMW has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2014.
Has the mileage on Y289 VMW 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 Y289 VMW find?
Y289 VMW passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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