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L30 BRM

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

White Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,709 mi
Last recorded22,709 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL30 BRM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 22,709 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 22,709 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 29 Mar 2025 21,895 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 21,879 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 21,864 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 21,849 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 21,732 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 21,732 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2018 21,548 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 21,228 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 21,141 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 May 2014 20,361 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 19,932 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 May 2012 19,377 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 May 2012 19,377 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 18,409 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 18,409 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 16,502 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 16,502 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 17 Apr 2009 15,366 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,366 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 13,684 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 11,453 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 9,824 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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L30 BRM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in White with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L30 BRM, 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 L30 BRM registered?

L30 BRM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is L30 BRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L30 BRM shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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