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R317 HKO

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

44,021 mi
Last recorded44,021 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR317 HKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 44,021 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 43,913 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 43,825 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 43,679 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 43,608 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 43,408 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 43,304 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 43,218 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 43,205 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 43,132 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 42,866 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 42,660 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 42,407 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 42,117 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 41,799 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 41,596 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 40,850 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 39,443 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 37,546 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 37,544 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2007 36,192 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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R317 HKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R317 HKO, 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 R317 HKO registered?

R317 HKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R317 HKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R317 HKO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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