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P228 GAW

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,004 mi
Last recorded32,004 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 GAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 32,004 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 31,405 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 30,922 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 30,348 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 29,847 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 28,325 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 24,399 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 24,384 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 24,384 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 24,365 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 24,325 miles

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 24,325 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 24,264 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear numberplate is small but can be seen from 15metres

Fail 29 Aug 2007 24,013 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 24,013 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 23,778 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 23,772 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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P228 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P228 GAW, 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 P228 GAW registered?

P228 GAW is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P228 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P228 GAW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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