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P236 CLJ

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,206 mi
Last recorded37,206 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP236 CLJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 37,206 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 36,812 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake disc scored but ok (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 36,554 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 36,554 miles

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))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 36,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 36,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 36,001 miles

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))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 35,612 miles

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))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 34,546 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 34,546 miles

Offside Rear Brake component insecure Torque arm bolt loose (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 11 May 2018 33,836 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 33,296 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 32,504 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 31,979 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 31,123 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2012 30,610 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2011 29,412 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2010 28,664 miles

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))

Pass 15 Nov 2008 27,529 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 26,920 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 26,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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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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P236 CLJ is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 July 1997.

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