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M16 FES

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,843 mi
Last recorded40,843 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM16 FES
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 40,843 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 37,896 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 31,372 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 31,344 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 28,887 miles

Drive chain slightly loose axle adjuster lock nuts also loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 26,449 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2021 26,449 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition fitted stock tail section (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 25,641 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 25,503 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 25,201 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 24,753 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 23,893 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 22,585 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 20,567 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 19,189 miles

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

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 25 Feb 2012 17,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 May 2009 16,148 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 14,577 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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M16 FES 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 88.9%.

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 M16 FES, 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 M16 FES registered?

M16 FES is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is M16 FES safe to buy?

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