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N23 DAL

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

28,127 mi
Last recorded28,127 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 DAL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 28,127 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 27,714 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 27,387 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 27,217 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 26,885 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 26,578 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 24,665 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 24,644 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

running rough

Pass 30 May 2017 24,613 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 24,449 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 24,294 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 24,128 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 23,540 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 22,348 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 22,348 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 22 May 2010 21,241 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 20,877 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 20,398 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005 16,202 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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N23 DAL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 N23 DAL, 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 N23 DAL registered?

N23 DAL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is N23 DAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 DAL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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