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M121 BAN

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

White Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,463 mi
Last recorded39,463 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM121 BAN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 39,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 39,438 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2022 39,438 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose Bolts loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 39,264 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 36,920 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,980 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 30,278 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 30,278 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 9,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

n/s rear footrest damaged

Pass 28 Mar 2011 9,979 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 9,985 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 9,987 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 5,183 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 5,183 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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M121 BAN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in White with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 M121 BAN, 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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M121 BAN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 October 1997.

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