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J17 GSF

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,672 mi
Last recorded27,672 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 GSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 27,672 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 27,198 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 26,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 26,603 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 26,603 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 26,554 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 21 Aug 2015 26,554 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 25,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 24,583 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 24,340 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,749 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Number plate cracked

Rear reflector loose

Pass 12 Jun 2010 23,180 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 21,720 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 20,190 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 17,610 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 14,009 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 11,469 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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J17 GSF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J17 GSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J17 GSF registered?

J17 GSF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is J17 GSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J17 GSF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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