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S368 BGJ

1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X

Yellow Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

30,999 mi
Last recorded30,999 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X24,660 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS368 BGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 X
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 30,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,970 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 30,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 30,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Oct 2022 30,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 30,013 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Jul 2021 30,013 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated Left hand front (1.1.13 (b))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Left hand front (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 29,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 29,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 29,304 miles

Exhaust noisy

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 28,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 28,231 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 28,012 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 26 Jul 2014 25,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 25,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 25,501 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,660 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 24,417 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 23,448 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 22,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 21,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 20,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 19,385 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 X?

Based on 909 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
621
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 4
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S368 BGJ is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X in Yellow with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 24,660 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 X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S368 BGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was S368 BGJ registered?

S368 BGJ is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X, first registered on 3 September 1998.

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