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P119 XTL

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,447 mi
Last recorded55,447 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 XTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2025 55,447 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2024 54,295 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 53,901 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 53,800 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 53,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 52,097 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 52,076 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 51,911 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 50,724 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 50,228 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 47,467 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 44,353 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 42,776 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 37,999 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 35,850 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 33,564 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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P119 XTL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P119 XTL, 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 P119 XTL registered?

P119 XTL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P119 XTL safe to buy?

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