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R426 BNF

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 BNF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021

no lights fitted at time of test daylight use only

Pass 9 May 2019 30,105 miles

main beam warning light not working

Fail 9 May 2019 30,105 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

main beam warning light not working

Pass 12 Apr 2018 29,564 miles

main beam warning light not working

Pass 8 May 2017 29,305 miles

main beam warning light not working

Pass 10 May 2016 29,148 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 29,148 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2015 28,949 miles

main beam warning light not working

Pass 24 Apr 2014 28,597 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2013 28,233 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 28,233 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 23,391 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 23,383 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 21,537 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 21,537 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 20,524 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 17,959 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 16,063 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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R426 BNF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green 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 R426 BNF, 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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R426 BNF is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 February 1998.

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