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D9 URV

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,065 mi
Last recorded48,065 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD9 URV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 48,065 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 47,820 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 47,198 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 46,365 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 42,733 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 39,991 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 39,991 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 39,991 miles

leak from oil cooler

slight wear/play in rear suspension linkage bushes/bearings

Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,282 miles

front inner brake pads getting thin

front tyre getting low on tread

Pass 21 Jan 2011 37,706 miles

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

rear tyre on wear limit (borderline pass)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 35,980 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 35,977 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 33,516 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,785 miles

ADVISE NUMBER PLATE LIGHT NOT WORKING †ADVISE DRIVE CHAIN WORN

Pass 11 Sep 2006 30,376 miles

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

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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D9 URV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 D9 URV, 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 D9 URV registered?

D9 URV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is D9 URV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D9 URV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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