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P118 VHT

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Purple Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

20,719 mi
Last recorded20,719 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP118 VHT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 20,719 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 20,673 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 20,673 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 16,810 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 16,810 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 May 2016 14,618 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 14,618 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 29 May 2015 13,517 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,410 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 13,177 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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P118 VHT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Purple with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 P118 VHT, 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 P118 VHT registered?

P118 VHT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P118 VHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P118 VHT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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