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R374 BVU

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,377 mi
Last recorded16,377 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR374 BVU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 16,377 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 16,377 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 14,625 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 8,993 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 6,801 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 6,739 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 6,628 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 6,595 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 6,592 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 May 2014 6,272 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 5,849 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 5,433 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 4,884 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 4,826 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 4,824 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Fail 5 Mar 2010 4,822 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R374 BVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R374 BVU, 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 R374 BVU registered?

R374 BVU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R374 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R374 BVU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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