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P101 TVF

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

6,410 mi
Last recorded6,410 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 TVF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 6,410 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 6,281 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 5,606 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2022 25,206 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 25,206 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 4,228 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 3,855 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 3,572 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 2,817 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 2,704 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 2,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 1,801 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2013 13,347 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 13,106 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 12,987 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 12,784 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 12,565 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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P101 TVF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 P101 TVF, 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 P101 TVF registered?

P101 TVF is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P101 TVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P101 TVF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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