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P130 ONV

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,638 mi
Last recorded49,638 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP130 ONV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 49,638 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 49,631 miles
Pass 8 May 2020 49,622 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 47,984 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 454 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 454 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 349 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 5,851 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 5,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 5,039 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 5,003 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 3,776 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 2,396 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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P130 ONV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P130 ONV, 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 P130 ONV registered?

P130 ONV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P130 ONV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P130 ONV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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