CarVerify

Free Car Check

R711 NJB

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,077 mi
Last recorded13,077 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR711 NJB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
View full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 13,077 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 13,077 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 13,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 13,061 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 13,061 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 12,865 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 12,784 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 12,784 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 12,642 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 11,544 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 10,701 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2008 10,653 miles

number plate small

Pass 7 Apr 2007 9,681 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 8,706 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

registration plate slightly small

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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R711 NJB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 22,572 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 R711 NJB, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R711 NJB?

You can check the full history of R711 NJB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R711 NJB registered?

R711 NJB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R711 NJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R711 NJB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R711 NJB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R711 NJB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.