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BIG 4655

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,294 mi
Last recorded31,294 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 4655
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 31,294 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 31,245 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 32,125 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 32,125 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2010 30,648 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 30,648 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 29,870 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 28,490 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 25,260 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 23,562 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 23,562 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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BIG 4655 is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BIG 4655, 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 BIG 4655 registered?

BIG 4655 is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is BIG 4655 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 4655 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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