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T863 SBL

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,846 mi
Last recorded41,846 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT863 SBL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 41,846 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 39,848 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 39,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 37,404 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 37,404 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Mar 2012 35,893 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 35,893 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 34,324 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 34,292 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 32,010 miles

Play in gearchange lever pivot

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 29,263 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 29,263 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 22,648 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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T863 SBL is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 T863 SBL, 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 T863 SBL registered?

T863 SBL is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 May 1999.

Is T863 SBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T863 SBL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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