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R355 FGV

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,207 mi
Last recorded18,207 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR355 FGV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 18,207 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 17,775 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 17,563 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 17,302 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 17,302 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 16,968 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 16,849 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 16,460 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 16,176 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 16,167 miles

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 15,623 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 15,206 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 15,206 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 14,746 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 14,165 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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R355 FGV 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 80%.

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 R355 FGV, 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 R355 FGV registered?

R355 FGV is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 May 1998.

Is R355 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R355 FGV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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