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R301 NKV

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,445 mi
Last recorded19,445 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 NKV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 19,445 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 19,245 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 May 2015 19,072 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 May 2015 19,072 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 18,397 miles
Pass 5 May 2013 17,877 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 17,315 miles
Fail 13 May 2012 17,315 miles

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2008 17,270 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 17,259 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

bar ends missing

Pass 20 Apr 2007 16,872 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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R301 NKV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R301 NKV, 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 R301 NKV registered?

R301 NKV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R301 NKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 NKV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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