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T718 VDV

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

4,185 mi
Last recorded4,185 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2010
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT718 VDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2010 4,185 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Number plate light not working

Fail 24 Apr 2010 4,185 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Number plate light not working

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 4,075 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 4,004 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 1,459 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2007 1,459 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 10,386 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 9,605 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 11 Apr 2006 9,605 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)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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T718 VDV is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 T718 VDV, 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 T718 VDV registered?

T718 VDV is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T718 VDV safe to buy?

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