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R174 PRB

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,453 mi
Last recorded25,453 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 PRB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2021 25,453 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2020 24,058 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 21,886 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 21,886 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 19,175 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2016 19,175 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 18,832 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 18,630 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 18,455 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2010 16,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 15,277 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 11,415 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 9,817 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 9,816 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R174 PRB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R174 PRB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R174 PRB registered?

R174 PRB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R174 PRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R174 PRB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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