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R149 YRB

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,812 mi
Last recorded18,812 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 YRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2020 18,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Feb 2020 18,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 18,769 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 18,031 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

temporary baffle fitted at time of test

Fail 23 Aug 2018 18,031 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

temporary baffle fitted at time of test

Pass 13 May 2017 17,460 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 17,460 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2016 16,316 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 15,305 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 14,970 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 14,758 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 13,573 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 13,573 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 13,054 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 12,587 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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 YRB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R149 YRB, 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 YRB registered?

R149 YRB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R149 YRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R149 YRB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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