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R365 BKO

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,253 mi
Last recorded14,253 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 BKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2021 14,253 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 14,215 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 14,049 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 13,945 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 13,942 miles

Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

chain to tight

rear tyre valve split

Pass 9 Jun 2017 13,545 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 12,011 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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R365 BKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R365 BKO, 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 R365 BKO registered?

R365 BKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 13 May 1998.

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