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R193 XKU

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

42,521 mi
Last recorded42,521 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR193 XKU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 42,521 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 42,516 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel break (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 42,093 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 41,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 May 2023 41,730 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 May 2022 40,629 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2022 40,626 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2021 38,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 May 2021 38,810 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 May 2020 37,084 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 35,878 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2019 35,878 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 35,071 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 35,071 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 May 2017 33,903 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 33,903 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 31,302 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 29,806 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 29,797 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 29,664 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 29,664 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 29,463 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 29,463 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 May 2010 29,185 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 28,392 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 27,050 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 27,050 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 25,395 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 20,124 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 20,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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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R193 XKU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

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 R193 XKU, 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 R193 XKU registered?

R193 XKU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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The MOT history for R193 XKU shows 30 tests with a 63.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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