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S514 SNG

1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,853 mi
Last recorded21,853 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W19,319 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS514 SNG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 W
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 21,853 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2025 21,817 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2024 20,462 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 18,999 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Lower Exhaust silencer slightly loose on joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 17,675 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 17,661 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 17,661 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 17,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 17,333 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 17,323 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2016 17,228 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 17,036 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 16,780 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,356 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 16,150 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,791 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 15,523 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 15,156 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 14,642 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 14,401 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 14,106 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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S514 SNG is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W in Black 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 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 S514 SNG, 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 S514 SNG registered?

S514 SNG is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S514 SNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S514 SNG 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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