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R287 XAL

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Orange Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

12,546 mi
Last recorded12,546 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 XAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 12,546 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 12,364 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 11,260 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 10,634 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 9,607 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 9,252 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2019 9,252 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 8,825 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2016 8,354 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 7,932 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 7,168 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 6,122 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 5,339 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 5,339 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 1,869 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 1,869 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2009 1,387 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 811 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front brakes binding slightly

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 811 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front brakes binding slightly

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 May 2007 45 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 11,283 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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R287 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Orange with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R287 XAL, 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 R287 XAL registered?

R287 XAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R287 XAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R287 XAL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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