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R268 MNV

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,823 mi
Last recorded21,823 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 MNV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 21,823 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2025 21,806 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 21,220 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 20,155 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 19,150 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 17,442 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 16,486 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 15,205 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 14,520 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 13,983 miles

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 13,448 miles

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 8 May 2014 13,051 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 12,764 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 12,032 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,691 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 11,478 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 11,235 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 10,636 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 9,279 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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R268 MNV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R268 MNV, 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 MNV registered?

R268 MNV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 27 June 1998.

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