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R30 MRP

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Silver Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,254 mi
Last recorded57,254 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR30 MRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 57,254 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2024 57,030 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 24 May 2023 53,798 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 May 2022 51,761 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 51,756 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 47,564 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 46,126 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 44,118 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 40,539 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 37,064 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 33,872 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 33,689 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 33,281 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 33,281 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 32,499 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 32,499 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,152 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 30,611 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 30,027 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 29,128 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 27,591 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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R30 MRP is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Silver with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R30 MRP, 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 R30 MRP registered?

R30 MRP is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R30 MRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R30 MRP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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