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T863 SOA

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

22,129 mi
Last recorded22,129 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT863 SOA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 22,129 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 19,940 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 19,940 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 15,999 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 14,098 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 13,914 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 13,914 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 13,862 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 13,862 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 4 May 2013 13,459 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 13,031 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 May 2011 11,945 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 11,945 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 5 May 2010 11,356 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 May 2010 11,356 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 10,832 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 10,504 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 SOA is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 T863 SOA, 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 SOA registered?

T863 SOA is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 July 1999.

Is T863 SOA safe to buy?

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