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P888 CHR

2005 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,986 mi
Last recorded33,986 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki GSF120015,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP888 CHR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 33,986 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 33,607 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 33,181 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 32,709 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2015 32,348 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 27,973 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 25,262 miles

Number plate light not working

Pass 3 Sep 2012 22,798 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 20,932 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 19,004 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 15,853 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Sep 2009 15,853 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 11,854 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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P888 CHR is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,170 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 P888 CHR, 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 21 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P888 CHR registered?

P888 CHR is a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is P888 CHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P888 CHR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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