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N16 SMY

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,466 mi
Last recorded16,466 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN16 SMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2015 16,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 16,466 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2009 15,981 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,856 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2005 15,534 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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N16 SMY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N16 SMY, 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 N16 SMY registered?

N16 SMY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is N16 SMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N16 SMY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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