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R431 FHJ

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

32,961 mi
Last recorded32,961 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 FHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 32,961 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 32,521 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 32,353 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 32,232 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 32,100 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 31,975 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 31,893 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 31,740 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 31,493 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 31,364 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 31,237 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 30,890 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 30,574 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 30,000 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 29,991 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 29,121 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 29,112 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 27,675 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 26,099 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 24,016 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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R431 FHJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R431 FHJ, 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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What year was R431 FHJ registered?

R431 FHJ is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R431 FHJ safe to buy?

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