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R169 MTV

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

43,902 mi
Last recorded43,902 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR169 MTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 43,902 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 43,028 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 43,028 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 41,444 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 41,444 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2012 38,283 miles

Outer Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 May 2011 37,873 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 37,854 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 35,126 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 35,109 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2009 29,866 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 24,028 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 17,770 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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R169 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R169 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 R169 MTV registered?

R169 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R169 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R169 MTV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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