MOT Status
ValidMileage
37,206 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs worn but not excessive (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Number plate may not conform to required specification
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc scored but ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Fuel tank insecure Tank insecure at front. [reattached} (6.1.3 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Suspension arm likely to become detached torque arm bolt loose. Tightened up. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively slight play in rear wheel bearing (5.2.1 (b) (i))
Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Brake component insecure Torque arm bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?
Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P236 CLJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P236 CLJ, 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 P236 CLJ registered?
P236 CLJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 July 1997.
Is P236 CLJ safe to buy?
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