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T486 RHJ

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

15,426 mi
Last recorded15,426 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT486 RHJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 15,426 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 15,098 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 15,086 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2022 14,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 May 2022 14,799 miles

All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 14,253 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 14,253 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2020 13,130 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 13,130 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling over 20mm error (2.4 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 12,281 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 12,281 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 10,876 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 9,181 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 78,410 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 6,001 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 4,410 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 4,410 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 3,355 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 3,320 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2011 2,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2011 2,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 42,915 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 42,404 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 42,043 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 40,773 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 39,631 miles

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

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

chain and sprokets very dry

very slight play o/s/f floating disc

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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T486 RHJ is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 T486 RHJ, 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 T486 RHJ registered?

T486 RHJ is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 May 1999.

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