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N12 BDT

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

266 mi
Last recorded266 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 BDT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 266 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 189 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 14 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 51,994 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 51,802 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 51,437 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 50,745 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 49,819 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2015 47,353 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 44,628 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 40,897 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 39,924 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 39,924 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 May 2010 33,723 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 33,685 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 30,573 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 27,972 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 25,197 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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N12 BDT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N12 BDT, 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 N12 BDT registered?

N12 BDT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is N12 BDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 BDT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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