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R97 NWN

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,925 mi
Last recorded13,925 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W19,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR97 NWN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 W
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 13,925 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 13,921 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2015 13,918 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

engine misfire [severe]

oil leak at sump

Pass 8 Jun 2009 12,262 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 May 2008 10,562 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 9,565 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 30 May 2006 9,448 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 W?

Based on 970 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 6
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator not working 6
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R97 NWN is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 19,956 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 1200 W fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R97 NWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R97 NWN registered?

R97 NWN is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 W, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R97 NWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R97 NWN shows 7 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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