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R393 RFR

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,366 mi
Last recorded12,366 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR393 RFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 12,366 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 12,357 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 12,291 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 12,243 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 12,214 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 12,149 miles

Front tyre flat - both tyres pumped up

Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,986 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 11,904 miles

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Pass 22 May 2010 11,904 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 11,761 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 11,761 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 11,289 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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R393 RFR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R393 RFR, 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 R393 RFR registered?

R393 RFR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is R393 RFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R393 RFR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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