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R401 STS

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,057 mi
Last recorded41,057 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 STS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 41,057 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,360 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 9 May 2014 37,193 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

rear brake sticking slightly

Pass 9 Nov 2012 34,804 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 32,293 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,030 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 30,007 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 26,335 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 23,858 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2007 19,792 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 19,792 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2006 18,140 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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R401 STS is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc 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 R401 STS, 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 R401 STS registered?

R401 STS is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R401 STS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R401 STS 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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