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S434 KBD

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,395 mi
Last recorded55,395 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS434 KBD
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 55,395 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 55,247 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 55,243 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Stop lamp not working with control 1, front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 54,880 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 54,652 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 53,692 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

indicator slightly running fast

rear tyre worn and square

redge plate small

Pass 31 Aug 2016 50,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 50,745 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 May 2015 47,295 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 44,410 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 44,377 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 31,903 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 30,350 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 15 Apr 2009 30,350 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 28,240 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 28,240 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 25,128 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 May 2006 23,114 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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S434 KBD is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 21,638 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 S434 KBD, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S434 KBD registered?

S434 KBD is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 January 1999.

Is S434 KBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S434 KBD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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