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E23 HNT

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

31,074 mi
Last recorded31,074 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 HNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 31,074 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned single sided swingarm fitted (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 30,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned single sided swingarm fitted. (2.4 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 30,484 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned single sided swingarm fitted. (2.4 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 29,692 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned single sided swingarm fitted (2.4 (a))

Fail 10 Apr 2024

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy very stiff. also modified upper yoke (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod attachment bracket modified but not seriously weakened olive joint ride height adjuster missing lock nut. not insecure (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned single sided swingarm fitted (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023
Pass 5 Apr 2022
Fail 5 Apr 2022

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Apr 2021
Fail 27 Mar 2021

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 7,018 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Upper Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired led style flashers fitted some are non functional. (1.5.3a)

wire looms to secure in better.

Pass 1 Jul 2015
Pass 29 Apr 2014 5,903 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 2,987 miles

rear brake hose bracket rubber sleeve missing

Pass 29 Jun 2011 10 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 16,210 miles

exhaust not standard

Fail 24 Feb 2010 16,210 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

exhaust not standard

Pass 17 Feb 2009 15,190 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2008 14,540 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 12,544 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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E23 HNT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 E23 HNT, 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 E23 HNT registered?

E23 HNT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 May 1997.

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