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P236 HVN

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

52,701 mi
Last recorded52,701 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP236 HVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 52,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2025 52,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 52,423 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 52,232 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 51,811 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 50,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 49,878 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2019 49,878 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 49,665 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 48,972 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 48,972 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 May 2016 47,597 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 46,944 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 44,505 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 40,757 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 40,757 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 34,942 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,103 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 30,980 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2010 30,980 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 29,858 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 28,510 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 23,529 miles

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 HVN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P236 HVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P236 HVN registered?

P236 HVN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P236 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P236 HVN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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