MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
34,143 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Rear tyre has a cut in tread
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Engine has slight oil leak
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?
Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P228 SMR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 SMR, 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 SMR registered?
P228 SMR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 January 1997.
Is P228 SMR safe to buy?
The MOT history for P228 SMR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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