CarVerify

Free Car Check

P269 NFL

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

32 mi
Last recorded32 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP269 NFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 32 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 32 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 1,232 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2024 1,232 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 3,258 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 1,793 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 1,793 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 1,765 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 1,746 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 1,214 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 587 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 5,073 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 4,497 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 3,803 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 3,104 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 2,038 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 561 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 561 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 231 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 37,918 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 32,918 miles

Nearside Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 39,940 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 39,940 miles

Rear Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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
Full Suzuki GSF1200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P269 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 P269 NFL, 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 P269 NFL?

You can check the full history of P269 NFL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P269 NFL registered?

P269 NFL is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P269 NFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P269 NFL shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P269 NFL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P269 NFL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.