CarVerify

Free Car Check

R243 ENC

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,908 mi
Last recorded86,908 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 ENC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 86,908 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 85,100 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 83,623 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 83,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2013 82,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 82,649 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 81,699 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 80,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 78,665 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 Oct 2008 77,346 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 77,346 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 70,524 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2007 70,524 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 67,511 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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R243 ENC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R243 ENC, 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

How do I check the history of R243 ENC?

You can check the full history of R243 ENC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R243 ENC registered?

R243 ENC is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R243 ENC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 ENC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R243 ENC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R243 ENC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.