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R353 BCA

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,630 mi
Last recorded38,630 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W19,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 BCA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 W
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 38,630 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 38,059 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 38,059 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 37,821 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 37,716 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 37,512 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 37,292 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 37,041 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 8,369 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 W?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator not working 6
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R353 BCA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 19,956 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 1200 W fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R353 BCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R353 BCA registered?

R353 BCA is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R353 BCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 BCA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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