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1998 Suzuki GSF1200 1.2L Petrol · R855 DWY

R855 DWY

1998 Suzuki GSF1200 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/03/1998. Recorded mileage 44,326 miles. MOT valid until 22/04/2027.

Make & Model
SUZUKI GSF1200
Year / Origin
1998 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 22/04/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
44,326 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 22/04/2027
Tax Status
Check Tax
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1998
Engine
1157cc

R855 DWY Key Findings

  • 25 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2026
  • 44,326 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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R855 DWY Mileage History

  1. 15/04/20068,885 mi
  2. 31/03/200710,846 mi+1,961 mi
  3. 03/04/200812,545 mi+1,699 mi
  4. 02/04/200914,077 mi+1,532 mi
  5. 10/04/201014,740 mi+663 mi
  6. 04/04/201115,037 mi+297 mi
  7. 21/04/201215,723 mi+686 mi
  8. 13/04/201317,154 mi+1,431 mi
  9. 04/04/201418,990 mi+1,836 mi
  10. 04/04/201418,990 mi
  11. 18/04/201521,086 mi+2,096 mi
  12. 18/04/201521,086 mi
  13. 16/04/201623,253 mi+2,167 mi
  14. 15/04/201725,160 mi+1,907 mi
  15. 07/04/201827,502 mi+2,342 mi
  16. 30/03/201929,879 mi+2,377 mi
  17. 21/03/202032,400 mi+2,521 mi
  18. 24/04/202133,540 mi+1,140 mi
  19. 09/04/202237,327 mi+3,787 mi
  20. 25/03/202338,656 mi+1,329 mi
  21. 13/04/202440,136 mi+1,480 mi
  22. 13/04/202440,136 mi
  23. 29/03/202541,985 mi+1,849 mi
  24. 29/03/202541,985 mi
  25. 28/03/202644,326 mi+2,341 mi

Average of roughly 1,776 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.

R855 DWY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 16:10
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

25 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Suzuki Gsf1200 (R855 DWY) between April 2006 and March 2026.

The record contains 21 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 28 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY