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R234 HGC

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

37,321 mi
Last recorded37,321 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR234 HGC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 37,321 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 37,140 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 36,290 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 35,845 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 34,828 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 34,109 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 33,199 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 31,577 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2014 31,572 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 30,963 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2012 28,082 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,082 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 26,134 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 26,134 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 24,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 22,702 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 22,702 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 20,850 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 18,799 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 18,799 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 15,204 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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R234 HGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R234 HGC, 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 R234 HGC registered?

R234 HGC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R234 HGC safe to buy?

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