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R164 VLH

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112 mi
Last recorded112 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 VLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2009 112 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 91,989 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

slight excess play in footbrake lever pedal

Pass 29 May 2008 91,989 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight excess play in footbrake lever pedal

Fail 29 May 2007 85,358 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2007 85,358 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 76,881 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 VLH is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VLH, 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 VLH registered?

R164 VLH is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R164 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R164 VLH shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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