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R337 GYS

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,556 mi
Last recorded40,556 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR337 GYS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 40,556 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 40,266 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 40,166 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 40,121 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 39,692 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 38,782 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 37,302 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 35,632 miles

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 34,399 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 33,539 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 33,537 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 31,836 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 30,923 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 30,269 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2011 30,266 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 May 2010 29,390 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2009 27,866 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 26,048 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 May 2007 25,036 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2006 23,705 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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R337 GYS is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R337 GYS, 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 R337 GYS registered?

R337 GYS is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R337 GYS safe to buy?

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