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R870 BAK

1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,760 mi
Last recorded23,760 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W19,319 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR870 BAK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 W
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2019 23,760 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 23,347 miles

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension center stand (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 23,347 miles

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

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

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension center stand (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 22,850 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Aug 2016 22,821 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 21,990 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 21,447 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 20,765 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 18,944 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 18,930 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 7 May 2008 17,764 miles

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

number plate ok this year but may fail next year due to change in regs

Pass 16 May 2007 17,341 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 May 2007 17,341 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2007 17,341 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Jul 2005 16,380 miles

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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R870 BAK 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 60%.

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 R870 BAK, 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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R870 BAK is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 5 June 1998.

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