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R345 LBD

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

27,325 mi
Last recorded27,325 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR345 LBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 27,325 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 27,253 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 27,150 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 27,123 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2023 25,671 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 23,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 22,078 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 20,944 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 19,975 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 19,099 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 18,692 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 17,890 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 17,244 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 16,555 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 16,084 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 15,358 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 14,211 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 13,200 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 12,731 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 11,807 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 11,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,190 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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R345 LBD is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black 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 R345 LBD, 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 R345 LBD registered?

R345 LBD is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R345 LBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R345 LBD 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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