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R422 WAM

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,770 mi
Last recorded50,770 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 50,770 miles

Central Rear linkage has play

Pass 15 Jul 2025 45,911 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2025 45,911 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 42,301 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2012 42,230 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 42,180 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 42,171 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2006 38,025 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WAM, 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 WAM registered?

R422 WAM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R422 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R422 WAM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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