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R408 XCK

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

1,933 mi
Last recorded1,933 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR408 XCK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 1,933 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 1,497 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 956 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 698 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 10 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 10,422 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 18 Jan 2011 10,422 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2010 7,556 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2010 7,554 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 3,469 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 1,166 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 5,341 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 5,341 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Inner Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Inner Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 26,393 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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R408 XCK is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R408 XCK, 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 R408 XCK registered?

R408 XCK is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 March 1998.

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