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S801 SVM

1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,600 mi
Last recorded77,600 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X24,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS801 SVM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 X
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 77,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noisy exhaust baffle fitted for test (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 77,222 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 76,874 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 75,804 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 73,608 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 70,627 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 70,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 67,055 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 64,251 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 62,359 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 3 Mar 2017 59,448 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 54,683 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 48,048 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 41,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 Mar 2014 41,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 36,820 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 35,974 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2012 35,974 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Wiring harness split at head stock

Pass 18 Mar 2011 32,987 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 32,414 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 32,362 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 31,972 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Sep 2007 31,966 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 30,900 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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S801 SVM is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S801 SVM, 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 S801 SVM registered?

S801 SVM is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 X, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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