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P283 SGP

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,831 mi
Last recorded39,831 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 SGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 39,831 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 39,664 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 39,493 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 39,333 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower shock bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 39,061 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2016 38,787 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 38,429 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 38,395 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2014 38,395 miles

Offside Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

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

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 38,082 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front brake fluid could do with topping up

Rear brake would benifit from a service

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2012 37,759 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 37,759 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Apr 2011 37,695 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 37,431 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 37,214 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 36,974 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 36,762 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 36,762 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 33,801 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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P283 SGP is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P283 SGP, 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 P283 SGP registered?

P283 SGP is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P283 SGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P283 SGP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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