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P21 SMV

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,173 mi
Last recorded20,173 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 SMV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2020 20,173 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 19,991 miles

both clutch and front brake lever ball ends missing

both switch gear loose

Fail 22 Aug 2017 19,990 miles

Front Brake hose fouling headstock (3.2.B3b)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

both clutch and front brake lever ball ends missing

both switch gear loose

Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,631 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 19,631 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 18,536 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 18,536 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 16,196 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 14,948 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2010 14,083 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 12,927 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 11,775 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 10,394 miles

Blue front position lights were disconnected prior to testing

Pass 20 Jun 2006 7,920 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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P21 SMV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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

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 P21 SMV, 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 P21 SMV registered?

P21 SMV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P21 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P21 SMV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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