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T981 DFC

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

30,257 mi
Last recorded30,257 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT981 DFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 30,257 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 29,146 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 29,071 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 29,069 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 28,481 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 27,661 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2019 27,661 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 26,822 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 25,341 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 25,341 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 23,344 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 22,378 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 21,374 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 20,420 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 19,695 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 18,843 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 17,685 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 17,651 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 15,082 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 14,497 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 13,811 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 13,811 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 13,155 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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T981 DFC is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 T981 DFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T981 DFC registered?

T981 DFC is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 May 1999.

Is T981 DFC safe to buy?

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