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T54 TVL

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

24,781 mi
Last recorded24,781 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT54 TVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 24,781 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 25,673 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 25,673 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 24,574 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 23,715 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 23,466 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 23,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 22,211 miles

Front offside brake caliper has slight oil film coating no leak found

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 21,651 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 20,899 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 20,338 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 20,319 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 19,634 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 18,979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 18,132 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 17,739 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2011 16,603 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 16,603 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,725 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 14,052 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 11,886 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 8,923 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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T54 TVL is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 T54 TVL, 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

How do I check the history of T54 TVL?

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What year was T54 TVL registered?

T54 TVL is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 July 1999.

Is T54 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T54 TVL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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