Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 243 vehicles, the 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 (2006)

243 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.5% first-time pass rate

2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6

CarHunch analysed 243 real MOT records for the 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2006 Suzuki GSF 1200 has a first-time pass rate of 76.2%, which sits 3.8 points below the UK average—not a massive gap, but enough to flag slightly above-average wear for a bike of this age. The dangerous defect rate of 14.4% is moderate and not a red flag for this model year, though roughly one in seven will have picked up a serious issue at some point.

These bikes are running at a median of 16,643 miles, which is genuinely low for an 18-year-old motorcycle, suggesting most examples have been cherished rather than thrashed. The average 1.23 failures and 4.6 advisories per vehicle point to typical ageing—nothing catastrophic—so when you're inspecting one, focus on brake condition, corrosion, and whether the service history backs up those gentle mileage claims.

We have limited data for the 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

14.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.23

Over 10.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

17k

Middle half: 11k–23k

For context

These stats describe 243 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 243 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (95%)	230	89.6%	1.28

Colour Breakdown

Based on 266 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 56.8%

151

Blue 43.2%

115

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

16,643

typical

11,042

low mileage

23,367

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 vehicles fall between 11,042 and 23,367 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,042 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 11,042–23,367 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6s sit.

⚠ Over 31,545 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6 — Still on the Road

Most 2006 Suzuki Gsf 1200 Sak6s are still being driven.

101 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.23

Avg failures per vehicle

4.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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