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N15 FHB

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

51,667 mi
Last recorded51,667 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN15 FHB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 51,667 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 50,270 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 48,855 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 46,799 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 44,211 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 42,230 miles
Fail 7 May 2021 42,230 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 41,406 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 38,586 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 38,568 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected switch gear loose on handlebar (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 35,573 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 31,447 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 29,660 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 28,041 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 27,149 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 18 May 2013 27,149 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 May 2012 26,627 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 26,623 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Vehicle involved in minor RTA on route to testing station

Pass 12 Feb 2011 24,135 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 22,948 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 2,169 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 20,422 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 18,642 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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N15 FHB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 N15 FHB, 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 N15 FHB registered?

N15 FHB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is N15 FHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N15 FHB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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