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R126 TFL

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,960 mi
Last recorded29,960 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 TFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 29,960 miles
Pass 11 May 2014 27,701 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 27,233 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 25,688 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 24,337 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 21,514 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 19,468 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 17,786 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 17,283 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 17,283 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2006 16,318 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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R126 TFL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R126 TFL, 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 R126 TFL registered?

R126 TFL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 27 May 1998.

Is R126 TFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 TFL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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