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W298 UJH

2000 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

48,283 mi
Last recorded48,283 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Suzuki GSF120021,483 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW298 UJH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 48,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2025 48,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 48,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2024 48,114 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 47,933 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy non standard silencer fitted (8.1.1 (a))

dipped beam image deteriorated

engine starter motor intermittent

headlamps non standard fitment

non standard indicators fitted

rear swing arm non standard fitment

some binding to front brake

throttle grip worn/split

Pass 14 Jul 2022 47,250 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 46,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

all indicator lamps diffused

headlamp beam pattern deteriorated

non standard exhaust silencer fitted

non standard headlamps fitted

o/s hand grip slight damage

Pass 20 Aug 2020 44,676 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

non standard exhaust silencer fitted

o/s/f brake disc discoloured

slight binding of front brake

slight binding of rear brake

Pass 13 Aug 2019 44,217 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 43,151 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 42,436 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 41,821 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 40,934 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 40,027 miles

chain dry

non standard exhaust system

slight binding of front brake

Pass 29 Oct 2013 38,212 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 29 Oct 2013 38,212 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 36,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

ignition switch stiff to operate

slight binding of front brake

speedo illumination inop

Fail 1 Nov 2012 36,714 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

ignition switch stiff to operate

slight binding of front brake

speedo illumination inop

Pass 23 Aug 2008 33,864 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 30,024 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 29,315 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 29,156 miles

Front 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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W298 UJH is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 21,483 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 W298 UJH, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W298 UJH is a 2000 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 June 2000.

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