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R36 FNE

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,968 mi
Last recorded18,968 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 FNE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2022 18,968 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 17,579 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 16,261 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 15,831 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 15,226 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 13,829 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,228 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 33,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 30,731 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 30,670 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 30,132 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 27,225 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 27,225 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2009 23,527 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Mar 2008 19,433 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 19,433 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 17,887 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2007 17,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear number plate light does not illuminate.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 17,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear number plate light does not illuminate.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R36 FNE is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R36 FNE, 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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R36 FNE is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 May 1998.

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