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P170 BBV

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15 mi
Last recorded15 miles
Recorded on16 May 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP170 BBV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 May 2020 15 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 2,596 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 778 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 1,093 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 21,141 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 20,800 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
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P170 BBV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 23,477 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P170 BBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P170 BBV registered?

P170 BBV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 16 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P170 BBV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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