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R304 EJL

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,820 mi
Last recorded25,820 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 EJL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 25,820 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 25,447 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 24,817 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 24,526 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 24,167 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 23,775 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 23,233 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 22,374 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 21,934 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 21,457 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 20,892 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 20,628 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 20,026 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,565 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 19,565 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 19,120 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 19,120 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 17,449 miles

Drive chain requires adjustment

Handle bar balance weight missing

Main stand not retracting correctly

Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,359 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,089 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 10,946 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 10,946 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2006 9,970 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 9,970 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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R304 EJL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R304 EJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R304 EJL registered?

R304 EJL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R304 EJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R304 EJL shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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