MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,530 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?
Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R231 ERT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R231 ERT, 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 R231 ERT registered?
R231 ERT is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 April 1998.
Is R231 ERT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R231 ERT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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