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R164 KAR

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,569 mi
Last recorded21,569 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 KAR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 21,569 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 21,569 miles

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 14 May 2025 21,121 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 20,460 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 20,437 miles

Rear Chain guard is missing

Pass 27 Jul 2016 20,358 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 20,358 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 20,299 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 20,155 miles

frame changed to low rider, my opinin the frame is soilid and good order.

rear seat modified by two rear coil springs

Pass 2 Feb 2013 20,129 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 20,002 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 19,870 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 19,618 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

headlamp mask/beam corrector fitted

Fail 16 Jul 2009 19,601 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 19,357 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 18,759 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 May 2006 18,190 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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R164 KAR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R164 KAR, 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 R164 KAR registered?

R164 KAR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 May 1998.

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