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S512 LUG

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,711 mi
Last recorded40,711 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS512 LUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 40,711 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 40,681 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 39,595 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 38,249 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 37,900 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 36,973 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 34,976 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 33,786 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 32,177 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 31,111 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 30,061 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2012 29,218 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 29,218 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 28,080 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2010 27,174 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 27,174 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 26,024 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 26,024 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 25,141 miles

both tyres on limit

Pass 3 Feb 2007 23,976 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 22,971 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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S512 LUG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 22,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S512 LUG, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S512 LUG registered?

S512 LUG is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S512 LUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S512 LUG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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