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P245 HVN

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

34,261 mi
Last recorded34,261 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP245 HVN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 34,261 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 34,008 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 32,603 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 31,938 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 30,178 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 28,104 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 26,738 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 24,525 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 24,080 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 23,660 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 23,178 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 22,868 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 21,936 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 21,936 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2011 21,881 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,881 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 21,614 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 21,614 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 21,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 21,398 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 20,875 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 5 Apr 2008 20,875 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 20,208 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 19,182 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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P245 HVN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P245 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

How do I check the history of P245 HVN?

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What year was P245 HVN registered?

P245 HVN is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P245 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P245 HVN shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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