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P243 YUA

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,978 mi
Last recorded35,978 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP243 YUA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 35,978 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2025 35,978 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 33,462 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 33,462 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 26,651 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 23,918 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 22,205 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 21,174 miles

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

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 22 Aug 2020 21,168 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working Rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 20,774 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 20,526 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 19,636 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 19,345 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 19,129 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 18,806 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 18,356 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 18,131 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 17,531 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 16,780 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 16,356 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 16,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2007 15,230 miles

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 12 May 2006 14,001 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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P243 YUA is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P243 YUA, 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 P243 YUA registered?

P243 YUA is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 23 May 1997.

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