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P123 PNC

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

29,302 mi
Last recorded29,302 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 PNC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 29,302 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 28,787 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 27,393 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 26,440 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 25,856 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 24,772 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 23,476 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 21,795 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 19,824 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 18,399 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 17,242 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2011 16,295 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 14,638 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2010 14,638 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 13,976 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 13,142 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 12,026 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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P123 PNC 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 P123 PNC, 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 P123 PNC registered?

P123 PNC is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P123 PNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P123 PNC 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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