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P257 PDM

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,504 mi
Last recorded33,504 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP257 PDM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 33,504 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 30,637 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

Fail 19 Jul 2016 30,637 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no beam image (1.6.B.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 26,673 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 25,528 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 25,003 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 24,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 24,536 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 24,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 24,033 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2010 23,668 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Aug 2010 23,668 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Aug 2009 22,950 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 22,384 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 21,092 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 19,954 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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P257 PDM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P257 PDM, 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 P257 PDM registered?

P257 PDM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P257 PDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P257 PDM shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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