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R832 EUB

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

2,917 mi
Last recorded2,917 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR832 EUB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 2,917 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 2,517 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 2,135 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2023 2,135 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 2,135 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 317 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 299 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 250 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 1,273 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 120 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 175 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 175 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 9 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 10 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 10 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2011 22,578 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 57,086 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 56,940 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 56,905 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 May 2008 55,148 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 50,519 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 48,911 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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R832 EUB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green 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 R832 EUB, 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 R832 EUB registered?

R832 EUB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R832 EUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R832 EUB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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