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R551 TOK

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,185 mi
Last recorded31,185 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W19,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 TOK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 W
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 31,185 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 30,894 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 29,482 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 28,265 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 28,157 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 25,598 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 25,587 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 18,176 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 18,143 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 W?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator not working 6
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R551 TOK is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 19,956 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 R551 TOK, 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 29 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 R551 TOK registered?

R551 TOK is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R551 TOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 TOK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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