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R177 NVT

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

26,295 mi
Last recorded26,295 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR177 NVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 26,295 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 26,145 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 25,804 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 25,365 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 25,035 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 24,863 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 24,635 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 24,437 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 May 2017 24,437 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 May 2016 24,060 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2016 24,060 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2015 23,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 May 2015 23,129 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2014 22,359 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2014 22,359 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 20,920 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 May 2012 19,398 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 17,099 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 16,883 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 16,529 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 May 2008 15,990 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 15,817 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 15,471 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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R177 NVT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R177 NVT, 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 R177 NVT registered?

R177 NVT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R177 NVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R177 NVT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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