CarVerify

Free Car Check

M39 GRT

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,841 mi
Last recorded11,841 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM39 GRT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2016 11,841 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 10,674 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 9,429 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 7,799 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 7,799 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 3,599 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

gear linkage very loose

indicators flash quickly

neutral light inop

Pass 17 Sep 2010 3,599 miles

neutral light inop

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

gear linkage very loose

indicators flash quickly

Pass 3 Sep 2009 98,555 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 92,019 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 85,499 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 85,499 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Alluminium brake fittings used.

Pass 26 Oct 2005 77,056 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 76,991 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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M39 GRT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 M39 GRT, 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

How do I check the history of M39 GRT?

You can check the full history of M39 GRT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M39 GRT registered?

M39 GRT is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is M39 GRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M39 GRT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M39 GRT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M39 GRT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.