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R242 CVU

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

32,242 mi
Last recorded32,242 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR242 CVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 32,242 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 27,179 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 22,127 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 18,771 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 14,680 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 14,539 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 14,274 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jul 2012 13,598 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,969 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 10,793 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 10,610 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 8,272 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 6,829 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 5,678 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 2,794 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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R242 CVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 R242 CVU, 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 R242 CVU registered?

R242 CVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R242 CVU safe to buy?

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