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R252 YKO

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

5,827 mi
Last recorded5,827 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 YKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 5,827 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 26 Apr 2025 4,705 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 13 Apr 2024 3,745 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 2,428 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 910 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 876 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 876 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 39 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 98,750 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 93,410 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 86,380 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 78,987 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 74,318 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 70,343 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 67,015 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R252 YKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc 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 R252 YKO, 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 R252 YKO registered?

R252 YKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 18 April 1998.

Is R252 YKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 YKO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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