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R447 GKO

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,001 mi
Last recorded33,001 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR447 GKO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 33,001 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 32,549 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 31,718 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 31,325 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 31,310 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 29,770 miles

Cut in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 29,768 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Cut in rear tyre

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 29,135 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 26,093 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 20,561 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 19,572 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,911 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 14,756 miles

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

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

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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R447 GKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R447 GKO, 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 R447 GKO registered?

R447 GKO is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R447 GKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R447 GKO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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