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T531 BSS

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,676 mi
Last recorded23,676 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT531 BSS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 23,676 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 23,478 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 23,340 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 22,618 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 21,930 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 20,515 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 19,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2014 19,797 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 18,659 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 17,807 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 16,495 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 27 May 2010 15,404 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 13,973 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 12,600 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 12,600 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 12,254 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 12,254 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 11,431 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 11,431 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

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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T531 BSS is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 T531 BSS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T531 BSS registered?

T531 BSS is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 21 April 1999.

Is T531 BSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T531 BSS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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