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J15 ACA

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,437 mi
Last recorded44,437 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 ACA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 44,437 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 43,481 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 43,769 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 41,364 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2022 41,364 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 41,345 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 39,500 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 May 2020 39,500 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 39,409 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 38,919 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2013 38,919 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 38,201 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 37,885 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 36,422 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 36,422 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 33,566 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 29,733 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 29,704 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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J15 ACA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 22,572 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J15 ACA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J15 ACA registered?

J15 ACA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 October 1998.

Is J15 ACA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J15 ACA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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