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R351 CVU

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,712 mi
Last recorded27,712 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 CVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 27,712 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 27,712 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 24,923 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 24,143 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 22,357 miles

front tyre close to limit

Fail 5 Jul 2018 22,357 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rear disc warped to excess (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working rear brake operation (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

front tyre close to limit

Pass 10 Jul 2017 18,497 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 14,077 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Jul 2016 14,077 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 9,924 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 9,767 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 9,763 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2009 9,660 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 9,135 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 8,922 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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R351 CVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R351 CVU, 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 R351 CVU registered?

R351 CVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R351 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R351 CVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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