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R420 YAL

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,220 mi
Last recorded56,220 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR420 YAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 56,220 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 56,158 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 56,155 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2009 55,735 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 51,896 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2007 51,896 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 41,300 miles

frontbrake leaver travel on max limmit(

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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R420 YAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R420 YAL, 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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How do I check the history of R420 YAL?

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What year was R420 YAL registered?

R420 YAL is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R420 YAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R420 YAL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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