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R164 MTV

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

7,793 mi
Last recorded7,793 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 MTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 7,793 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 7,616 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 7,104 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 6,710 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 6,380 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 5,984 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 5,984 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 5,424 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 4,281 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 3,250 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2011 3,208 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 2,986 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2010 2,957 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 2,612 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 15,698 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 12,404 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 12,404 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 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue 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 MTV, 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 MTV registered?

R164 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 May 1998.

Is R164 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R164 MTV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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