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R144 VFJ

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

27,538 mi
Last recorded27,538 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 VFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2014 27,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

tyre pressures low.

Fail 20 Jul 2012 27,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 27,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 27,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jul 2011 27,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 27,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2010 27,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 21 Jul 2009 26,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

registration plate changed for test.

Pass 21 Jul 2009 26,795 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

registration plate changed for test.

Pass 15 Jul 2008 26,284 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate changed prior to test.

Fail 15 Jul 2008 26,284 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate changed prior to test.

Pass 12 Jul 2007 25,717 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 24,562 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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R144 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 R144 VFJ, 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 R144 VFJ registered?

R144 VFJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R144 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 VFJ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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