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R149 GBA

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,278 mi
Last recorded2,278 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 GBA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 2,278 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 1,997 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 1,412 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 719 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 1 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 31,390 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 31,390 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 31,225 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,225 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 30,789 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 30,789 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 30,764 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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R149 GBA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R149 GBA, 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 R149 GBA registered?

R149 GBA is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 5 June 1998.

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