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P166 ONV

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,606 mi
Last recorded31,606 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 ONV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 31,606 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2021 31,606 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 31,549 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 31,549 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 28,899 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 27,033 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 25,480 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 21,608 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 21,414 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,907 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 20,592 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 20,182 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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P166 ONV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P166 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 P166 ONV registered?

P166 ONV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P166 ONV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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