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P125 JAU

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,911 mi
Last recorded35,911 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP125 JAU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 35,911 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 35,085 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 34,239 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 33,972 miles

Exhaust noisy after market end can fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 33,952 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 33,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 33,837 miles

Exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 22 Jun 2017 33,797 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 33,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 33,623 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 33,548 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 33,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,491 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 32,653 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 32,653 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2009 29,028 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 25,531 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 19,577 miles

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 19,577 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 12,975 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 12,975 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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P125 JAU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P125 JAU, 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 P125 JAU registered?

P125 JAU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 July 1997.

Is P125 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P125 JAU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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