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P223 ORP

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,040 mi
Last recorded65,040 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP223 ORP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 65,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 65,040 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 64,675 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 63,616 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front slight rough ness in wheel bearings

Pass 22 Oct 2020 58,068 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 45,534 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 30,190 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2017 28,588 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 28,560 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 28,009 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 27,513 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 26,321 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2010 22,996 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2009 21,820 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 21,820 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 21,566 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 20,159 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 19,627 miles

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
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P223 ORP is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P223 ORP, 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.

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What year was P223 ORP registered?

P223 ORP is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P223 ORP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P223 ORP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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