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P248 TVV

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,066 mi
Last recorded75,066 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP248 TVV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 75,066 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 75,066 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 32,610 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 32,610 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 31,447 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 31,432 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 31,432 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 30,063 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 29,798 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 29,348 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 29,348 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 May 2009 28,451 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 28,451 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P248 TVV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 P248 TVV, 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 P248 TVV registered?

P248 TVV is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P248 TVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P248 TVV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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