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M7 WLN

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

37,138 mi
Last recorded37,138 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 WLN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 37,138 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 36,385 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 35,767 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 35,452 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive with tight spot. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced due to dull reflectors. (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both front reflectors. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Indicator switch insecure nearside switch gear loose. (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Position lamp switch slightly loose offside switchgear loose. (4.2.2 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in rear mono link bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 35,452 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive with tight spot. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp light intensity reduced due to dull reflectors. (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both front reflectors. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Indicator switch insecure nearside switch gear loose. (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Position lamp switch slightly loose offside switchgear loose. (4.2.2 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in rear mono link bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 35,142 miles

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 34,775 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 34,616 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 34,540 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2018 34,536 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 34,409 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play steering head bearings slightly worn and notchy in straight ahead position, not excessively (2.2.2)

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to legal limit in central tread (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 Apr 2017 34,408 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Offside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded o/s/f brake disc rubbing caliper and not centred, suspect fork alignment (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts o/s/f braided brake hose trapped and crushed by steering lock stop (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 May 2016 33,439 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 33,439 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 32,779 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,056 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 31,832 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 31,832 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2012 31,071 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 30,480 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 29,866 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 28,902 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 28,902 miles

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 Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2008 27,749 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 25,412 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 25,412 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 23,284 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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M7 WLN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 M7 WLN, 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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M7 WLN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 5 September 1997.

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