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P731 GRM

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,090 mi
Last recorded49,090 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP731 GRM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2018 49,090 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. inc throttle (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2017 43,583 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

registration plate light not working

Pass 30 Mar 2016 38,478 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

registration plate light not working

Pass 17 Jan 2015 35,225 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,796 miles

no plate lamp inop

Pass 8 Mar 2013 28,150 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 24,215 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 21,506 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 21,339 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 18,680 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 17,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 10,837 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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P731 GRM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P731 GRM, 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 P731 GRM registered?

P731 GRM is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is P731 GRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P731 GRM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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