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R68 ORF

1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

4,031 mi
Last recorded4,031 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W19,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 ORF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 W
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 4,031 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 4,031 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 3,811 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 3,532 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 2,958 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 1,215 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 1,011 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 1,011 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 23 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 23 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 48,156 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 47,847 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 45,853 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 42,683 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 39,312 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 35,125 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 31,972 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 28,997 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 27,427 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 W?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator not working 6
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R68 ORF is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 19,319 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 1200 W fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R68 ORF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R68 ORF registered?

R68 ORF is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R68 ORF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R68 ORF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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