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R24 NMW

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

50,200 mi
Last recorded50,200 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 NMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 50,200 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 48,795 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 46,000 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 45,687 miles

check security of chain adjuster lock nut /n/s loose

Fail 9 Mar 2020 45,678 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

check security of chain adjuster lock nut /n/s loose

Pass 16 May 2018 45,111 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 44,169 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 44,169 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 43,716 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 41,607 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 39,345 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 39,345 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 34,475 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 29,515 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 26,572 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 26,572 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 22,166 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 22,166 miles

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

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R24 NMW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R24 NMW, 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 R24 NMW registered?

R24 NMW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R24 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R24 NMW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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