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J7 FAA

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

22,703 mi
Last recorded22,703 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 FAA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 22,703 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 22,550 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 22,550 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 21,959 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 21,850 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 21,408 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 20,742 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 20,742 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 20,431 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 20,100 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 19,290 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 19,290 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 18,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 18,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 17,924 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 17,279 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 15,748 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 11 Aug 2010 15,745 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Clutch fluid reservoir very low

Pass 6 Jun 2007 14,614 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 14,614 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 31 May 2006 14,087 miles

o/s fork seal light film [OK A.T.O.TEST]

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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J7 FAA is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 J7 FAA, 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 J7 FAA registered?

J7 FAA is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is J7 FAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J7 FAA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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