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R36 GGU

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,532 mi
Last recorded23,532 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 GGU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 23,532 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 22,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 625 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 27,285 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 27,285 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2012 25,894 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 24,093 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 24,093 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2010 33,420 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 33,420 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 33,123 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Jun 2009 33,123 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 32,482 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 32,482 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 May 2007 28,196 miles

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

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 GGU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GGU, 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 R36 GGU registered?

R36 GGU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is R36 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 GGU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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