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R989 UBV

1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,181 mi
Last recorded12,181 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W19,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR989 UBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 W
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 12,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No number plate light

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. Rear wheel stop no touching axle plate (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 9,467 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 9,467 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 9,261 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 8,967 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,712 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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R989 UBV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R989 UBV, 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 R989 UBV registered?

R989 UBV is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R989 UBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R989 UBV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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