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P282 OKE

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

20,288 mi
Last recorded20,288 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP282 OKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 20,288 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 14,551 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 9,013 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 3,074 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 97,148 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 88,424 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 81,059 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 69,529 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose riders footrest poor pivot (6.2.12 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 56,823 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 43,380 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2016 31,154 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 31,154 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on sidelight (1.1.3a)

Fail 16 May 2015 20,232 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2015 20,232 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 18,873 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 18,301 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2012 16,841 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 12 May 2012 16,841 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2011 16,061 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 16,194 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 15,834 miles

Centre Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2008 15,207 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 14,724 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2006 13,175 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 13,172 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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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P282 OKE is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P282 OKE, 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 P282 OKE registered?

P282 OKE is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 13 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P282 OKE shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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