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P189 HRY

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,735 mi
Last recorded40,735 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 HRY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 40,735 miles

Registration plate slightly small

Fail 31 May 2025 40,735 miles

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

Registration plate slightly small

Pass 7 Jun 2024 40,159 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 38,639 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 38,639 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2022 36,907 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 36,907 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 35,583 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 34,831 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2019 34,831 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling too far right (2.4 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 34,345 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 33,411 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 32,526 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 31,995 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 30,967 miles

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

Rear tyre has a nail in tread

Fail 13 Aug 2014 30,965 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear tyre has a nail in tread

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 30,321 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 29,608 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 27,715 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 26,537 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 25,025 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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P189 HRY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P189 HRY, 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 P189 HRY registered?

P189 HRY is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P189 HRY safe to buy?

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