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R422 VFR

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

73,651 mi
Last recorded73,651 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR422 VFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 73,651 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 72,409 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 72,403 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 70,401 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 67,906 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 67,906 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 65,813 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 61,564 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 61,564 miles

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.E1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 58,887 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 57,177 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 53,322 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2009 51,683 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 51,683 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 49,820 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 43,274 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 43,274 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 35,775 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 VFR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R422 VFR, 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 VFR registered?

R422 VFR is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 June 1998.

Is R422 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R422 VFR shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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