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T740 SHB

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Grey Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

12,203 mi
Last recorded12,203 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT740 SHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 12,203 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings have slight notch at central position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint between downpipes and silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 8,205 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings have slight notch at central position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Lower Gear selector pivot worn

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swingarm has slight side movement, wear in pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2025 8,143 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front brake control switch not working. Rear brake control switch not working correctly, press brake pedal, lamp flashes once, then goes out. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Headbearings have slight notch at central position (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Lower Gear selector pivot worn

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swingarm has slight side movement, wear in pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 3,315 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 3,299 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 763 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 39,614 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 39,614 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 39,173 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 37,712 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 37,145 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 May 2015 35,966 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 34,967 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 33,022 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 32,038 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 31,128 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 29,874 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 28,348 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 26,912 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 25,054 miles

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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T740 SHB is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Grey with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 T740 SHB, 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 T740 SHB registered?

T740 SHB is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 23 July 1999.

Is T740 SHB safe to buy?

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