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S263 CAA

1998 Suzuki Gsf

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

10,130 mi
Last recorded10,130 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Gsf27,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS263 CAA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 10,130 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 10,124 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 10,123 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 10,123 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 10,111 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 10,111 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 10,075 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 10,073 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 10,045 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2014 9,819 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 9,187 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 9,187 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 8,334 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

no plate has slightly undersized digits

Pass 20 Jul 2010 7,544 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 5,425 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 2,795 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 831 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 16,419 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 16,320 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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S263 CAA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 27,067 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S263 CAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S263 CAA registered?

S263 CAA is a 1998 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S263 CAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S263 CAA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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