CarVerify

Free Car Check

P128 TWU

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,536 mi
Last recorded43,536 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP128 TWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 43,536 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 40,865 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 40,763 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 40,546 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2017 40,294 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 40,294 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2016 39,825 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 39,487 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 38,310 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 36,834 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 35,058 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 32,913 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 30,346 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 7 May 2010 30,346 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 25,977 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 22,753 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 16,284 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 1 May 2007 16,277 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Full Suzuki Gsf 1200 V reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P128 TWU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 23,477 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 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P128 TWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P128 TWU?

You can check the full history of P128 TWU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P128 TWU registered?

P128 TWU is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is P128 TWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P128 TWU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P128 TWU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P128 TWU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.