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P198 YRU

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

24,440 mi
Last recorded24,440 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP198 YRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 24,440 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 24,428 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2012 21,597 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2011 19,586 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 17,564 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

no plate illuminating lamp not working

Pass 13 Aug 2009 15,564 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 14,833 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 14,833 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 14,814 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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P198 YRU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P198 YRU, 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 P198 YRU registered?

P198 YRU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P198 YRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P198 YRU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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