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T997 VMA

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,531 mi
Last recorded37,531 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT997 VMA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 37,531 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 37,527 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2016 36,258 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 36,258 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 35,580 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 32,253 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 May 2014 32,087 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 May 2013 28,198 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 May 2013 28,198 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 26,713 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 May 2011 23,870 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,093 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 18,492 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 13,284 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 12,504 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 11,054 miles

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

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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T997 VMA is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 T997 VMA, 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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T997 VMA is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 21 May 1999.

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