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R108 EMY

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Beige Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,657 mi
Last recorded40,657 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 EMY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 40,657 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 39,916 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 39,220 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 33,767 miles

barends missing

front iner foot rest worn

Pass 19 Oct 2012 7,615 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 7,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 6,028 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 5,366 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 5,366 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 4,824 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 4,824 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 16 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 12,305 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

front brake pads rusty.

small rust pits forming on front fork tubes.

strip and clean front calipers and pads.

Pass 12 Apr 2006 12,305 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake pads rusty.

small rust pits forming on front fork tubes.

strip and clean front calipers and pads.

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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R108 EMY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Beige with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R108 EMY, 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

How do I check the history of R108 EMY?

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What year was R108 EMY registered?

R108 EMY is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R108 EMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R108 EMY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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