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R422 ORB

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

37,997 mi
Last recorded37,997 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR422 ORB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 37,997 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 36,562 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 35,511 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 34,724 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 33,115 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 31,635 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2020 30,426 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 29,406 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 27,635 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 26,515 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 26,515 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 25,697 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 24,584 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 23,127 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 20,925 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 19,694 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 17,109 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 15,417 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,021 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,288 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 11,458 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 10,744 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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R422 ORB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R422 ORB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R422 ORB registered?

R422 ORB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R422 ORB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R422 ORB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R422 ORB have outstanding finance?

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