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N50 TLA

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

18,732 mi
Last recorded18,732 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN50 TLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 18,732 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 18,681 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 18,617 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 18,190 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 18,189 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 18,122 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 17,913 miles
Fail 16 May 2020 17,913 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2019 17,581 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 17,389 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 16,881 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 16,252 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 15,791 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 15,061 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 14,494 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 14,124 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 13,533 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 12,884 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 12,267 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 22 Apr 2008 11,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 11,131 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 9,868 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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N50 TLA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N50 TLA, 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 N50 TLA registered?

N50 TLA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 May 1998.

Is N50 TLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N50 TLA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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