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R181 MTV

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

48,288 mi
Last recorded48,288 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 MTV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 48,288 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 48,016 miles

Front brake pads on wear limit rear brake pads close to wear limit.

Fail 3 Jul 2014 47,975 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 47,278 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 46,425 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 46,071 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 45,188 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 44,046 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 39,435 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 33,900 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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R181 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R181 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 R181 MTV registered?

R181 MTV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 13 June 1998.

Is R181 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R181 MTV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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