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P618 WUM

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,893 mi
Last recorded32,893 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 WUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 32,893 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 32,243 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 31,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 30,133 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 30,133 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 28,999 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 28,999 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 26,626 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 23,636 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

number plate light not working

Pass 17 Aug 2015 23,627 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 23,268 miles

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

number plate light not working

Pass 15 Apr 2013 22,498 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 22,202 miles

no.plate light not illuminating

no.plate reduced in size,but can be clearley read from 12m away

Pass 3 Sep 2010 20,930 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 20,553 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 18,922 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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P618 WUM is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P618 WUM, 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 P618 WUM registered?

P618 WUM is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P618 WUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P618 WUM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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