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D1 GSF

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

20,168 mi
Last recorded20,168 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD1 GSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 20,168 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 19,873 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 19,827 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 19,766 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 19,560 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 19,497 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 18,709 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 17,234 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 14,659 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 11,890 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 20 Jun 2017 11,890 miles

Chain guard missing

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 May 2016 11,852 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 11,192 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 27 May 2014 10,940 miles

CHAIN GUARD MISSING

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 10,626 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 8,933 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 6,576 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 2,839 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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D1 GSF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D1 GSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D1 GSF registered?

D1 GSF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 13 December 1997.

Is D1 GSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D1 GSF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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