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J200 BNT

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,260 mi
Last recorded17,260 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ200 BNT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 17,260 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 1 Jul 2024 17,111 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 16,729 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 16,089 miles

Central Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively knuckle bush some wear will require attention before next test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively master and calipers need service (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 16,089 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases collector corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Central Inner Exhaust silencer likely to become detached requires repair replacement (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Lower Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively knuckle bush some wear will require attention before next test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively master and calipers need service (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 15,041 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 13,671 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 13,645 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,540 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 13,189 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 12,100 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2012 11,726 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 10,751 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 10,144 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 10,144 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 9,392 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 May 2009 9,392 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 7,375 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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J200 BNT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J200 BNT, 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 J200 BNT registered?

J200 BNT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 25 April 1997.

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