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P148 GJB

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

36,963 mi
Last recorded36,963 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP148 GJB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 36,963 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2025 36,963 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2024 36,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 8 May 2024 36,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 May 2023 36,560 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 36,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 34,834 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 33,447 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 31,699 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 31,699 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 31,626 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 31,570 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 31,435 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 30,826 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 30,230 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 29,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

mirrors/levers just touch fairing on full lock

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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P148 GJB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P148 GJB, 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 P148 GJB registered?

P148 GJB is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 10 April 1997.

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