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T893 TAV

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,884 mi
Last recorded35,884 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT893 TAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 35,884 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 34,320 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 33,023 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 32,523 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 31,240 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 30,733 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 30,508 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 30,119 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 29,547 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 29,279 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 27,797 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 27,432 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 27,432 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 26,834 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 24 Feb 2014 26,834 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 26,070 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 26,070 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 25,760 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 25,062 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 24,282 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 24,211 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 24,183 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 22,933 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 16,983 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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T893 TAV is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T893 TAV, 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 T893 TAV registered?

T893 TAV is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 June 1999.

Is T893 TAV safe to buy?

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