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B12 MPJ

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,274 mi
Last recorded37,274 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB12 MPJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 37,274 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 37,214 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 37,085 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 36,608 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 35,320 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 34,763 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 34,485 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 34,476 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2014 34,307 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 34,195 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 33,341 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 32,728 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 32,084 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 30,422 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 28,555 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 28,555 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 29 Mar 2007 27,004 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 27,004 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 23,055 miles

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
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B12 MPJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B12 MPJ, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B12 MPJ registered?

B12 MPJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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