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P249 FPL

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

18,912 mi
Last recorded18,912 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 FPL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 18,912 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 18,912 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 18,576 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2025 18,552 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 18,191 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 15,043 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 14,194 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 14,194 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight spot (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 12,939 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 12,915 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied to much travel need bleeding (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain excessively tight wheel not mooving freely (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 10,379 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 9,523 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 8,341 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 7,512 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 6,513 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 5,912 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 3,824 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 3,809 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 3,775 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 3,542 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 3,510 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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P249 FPL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P249 FPL, 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 P249 FPL registered?

P249 FPL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P249 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P249 FPL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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