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T886 JLE

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

41,732 mi
Last recorded41,732 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2023
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT886 JLE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2023 41,732 miles

Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 40,037 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 38,285 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 38,274 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Shock absorber likely to become detached bottom bearing worn out (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Suspension arm slightly loose slight play in swinging arm bearings (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 32,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Feb 2020 32,075 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 26,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 22,393 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 21,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2017 21,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 19,528 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 19,406 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 31 Jan 2015 19,406 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 19,788 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 19,788 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 18,501 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 18,501 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 18,159 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 17,621 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 17,052 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 16,392 miles

Slight oil leak on oil cooler pipes is evident---- Early replacement of pipes is advised.

Pass 13 Feb 2008 15,223 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 13,905 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 13,905 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 12,426 miles

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

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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T886 JLE is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 T886 JLE, 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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T886 JLE is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 23 March 1999.

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