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R146 NHG

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR146 NHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2019

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 203 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 902 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 777 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 759 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 615 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 11,492 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 107,879 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 9,246 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 9,246 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 7,893 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 7,854 miles

Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 6,848 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 5,851 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 4,350 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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R146 NHG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R146 NHG, 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 R146 NHG registered?

R146 NHG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R146 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R146 NHG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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