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T983 SHR

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,897 mi
Last recorded59,897 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT983 SHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 59,897 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 59,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 58,832 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 57,888 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 56,548 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 55,962 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 55,259 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 55,259 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 53,912 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 52,957 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 51,773 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 50,482 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2015 49,251 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 47,747 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 46,270 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 45,401 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 43,247 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 43,247 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Apr 2011 43,171 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2010 41,187 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 39,972 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 38,399 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 36,667 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 33,665 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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T983 SHR is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green 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 T983 SHR, 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 T983 SHR registered?

T983 SHR is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 May 1999.

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