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Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 W?
Based on 970 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R291 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 19,319 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 Gsf 1200 W fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R291 XBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Gsf 1200 W typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 W is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R291 XBC registered?
R291 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 16 April 1998.
Is R291 XBC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R291 XBC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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