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R231 ERT

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,530 mi
Last recorded12,530 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 ERT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 12,530 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 12,530 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 27,104 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 27,104 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 May 2013 27,104 miles

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)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 27,104 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 May 2011 27,104 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 27,104 miles

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)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 19,465 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 19,403 miles

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)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 12,449 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 9,067 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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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.

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