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M13 GSF

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,520 mi
Last recorded52,520 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 GSF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 52,520 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 52,315 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 52,310 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 51,850 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 51,800 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 51,476 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 50,742 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 50,742 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 50,366 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 5,005 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 48,988 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 47,838 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 45,086 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 43,479 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 38,388 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 38,388 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 32,588 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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M13 GSF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 M13 GSF, 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 M13 GSF registered?

M13 GSF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M13 GSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 GSF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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