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R268 FTW

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,106 mi
Last recorded35,106 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 FTW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2014 35,106 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 25 Sep 2014 35,106 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 35,100 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 22 May 2010 33,646 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 May 2010 33,646 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2009 32,672 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2007 29,723 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 29,723 miles

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

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

Front position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 May 2006 28,869 miles

Front 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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R268 FTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R268 FTW, 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 R268 FTW registered?

R268 FTW is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R268 FTW safe to buy?

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