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R154 BBP

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,952 mi
Last recorded35,952 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR154 BBP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 35,952 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 35,333 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 34,193 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 34,193 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 34,160 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 33,705 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 33,148 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 47,658 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 46,604 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 42,949 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 40,334 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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R154 BBP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Grey 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 R154 BBP, 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 R154 BBP registered?

R154 BBP is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 January 1998.

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The MOT history for R154 BBP 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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