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R279 BUX

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,067 mi
Last recorded14,067 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 BUX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 14,067 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 14,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

No lights fitted to vehicle, not to be used during hours of low light or at times of reduced visibility

No mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 10 May 2018 13,411 miles

daytime mot only

Pass 30 Aug 2016 13,393 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Feb 2011 62,327 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 61,605 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 56,295 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 52,390 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 52,364 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2006 50,495 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 50,467 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

1, rear mud guard o/s bracket corroded .

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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R279 BUX is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R279 BUX, 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 R279 BUX registered?

R279 BUX is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R279 BUX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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