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P232 AFR

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,776 mi
Last recorded63,776 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 AFR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 63,776 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 63,726 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 36,726 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 63,603 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 60,863 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 58,073 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 54,701 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 54,701 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 May 2009 54,650 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2008 48,788 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2008 48,788 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 30 May 2007 45,535 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 May 2006 40,756 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front brake pads noisey

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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P232 AFR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P232 AFR, 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 P232 AFR registered?

P232 AFR is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 23 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P232 AFR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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