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P534 OAV

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

49,871 mi
Last recorded49,871 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP534 OAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Apr 2013 49,871 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 49,871 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 40,294 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 39,636 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 39,636 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 33,013 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 28,276 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 28,256 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
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P534 OAV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 23,477 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 Gsf 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P534 OAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P534 OAV registered?

P534 OAV is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P534 OAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P534 OAV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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