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R29 RAD

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

17,773 mi
Last recorded17,773 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 RAD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 17,773 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 17,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 16,859 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 16,859 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 16,752 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 16,668 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 16,267 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 16,109 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 15,708 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 15,194 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 14,647 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 14,247 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 11 Apr 2015 14,000 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 13,745 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 13,333 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 13,058 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 12,848 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 12,610 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 12,135 miles

R/h front footrest securing bolt slightly loose

Pass 28 Apr 2008 11,736 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 11,217 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 10,687 miles

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

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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R29 RAD is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R29 RAD, 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 R29 RAD registered?

R29 RAD is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 April 1998.

Is R29 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 RAD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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