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P113 OBY

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,411 mi
Last recorded13,411 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP113 OBY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2013 13,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 13,411 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 13,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 28,892 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 28,888 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 28,888 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 28,413 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

small no plate

Pass 5 Aug 2006 24,809 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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P113 OBY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P113 OBY, 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 P113 OBY registered?

P113 OBY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P113 OBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P113 OBY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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