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R445 GWU

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

36,848 mi
Last recorded36,848 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR445 GWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 36,848 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 36,700 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 36,480 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 35,612 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 34,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 34,735 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 34,537 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 34,463 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 34,083 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notch in centre of steering movement, with wheel raised or lowered. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 33,295 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 32,894 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 32,775 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 32,423 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 32,423 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 32,423 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 32,056 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 31,804 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 31,632 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2010 31,148 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 30,725 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 27,966 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 24,462 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 23,662 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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R445 GWU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R445 GWU, 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 R445 GWU registered?

R445 GWU is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R445 GWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R445 GWU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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