MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
742 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
kick off to right, mask fitted
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
kick off to right, mask fitted
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Registration plate incorrect Too small background (0.1 (c))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?
Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.
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R157 HVX is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 R157 HVX, 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 R157 HVX registered?
R157 HVX is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 July 1998.
Is R157 HVX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R157 HVX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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