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R381 SWR

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,718 mi
Last recorded38,718 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR381 SWR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 38,718 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 38,583 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 38,501 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 38,331 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 38,279 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 2 Nov 2013 38,279 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 38,237 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 37,886 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 37,458 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 37,458 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 34,971 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 31,408 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 26,835 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 26,835 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 23,191 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

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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R381 SWR 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 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 R381 SWR, 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 R381 SWR registered?

R381 SWR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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