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R491 MTF

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

59,704 mi
Last recorded59,704 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 MTF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 59,704 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 59,447 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 58,670 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 58,179 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 57,388 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 56,435 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 56,435 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 54,988 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 54,974 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear sprocket carrier (6.2.1h)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 54,302 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 53,826 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 51,784 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 49,265 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 48,010 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 46,377 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 44,307 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 44,307 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 41,071 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 36,325 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 36,325 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 31,859 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 31,589 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

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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R491 MTF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,640 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 R491 MTF, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R491 MTF registered?

R491 MTF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 9 September 1997.

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