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P919 LGM

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,209 mi
Last recorded50,209 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP919 LGM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 50,209 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 50,209 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 49,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 49,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 46,882 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nail in tyre staple/metal in rear tyre & front tyre flat ()

Fail 9 Jun 2023 46,882 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nail in tyre staple/metal in rear tyre & front tyre flat ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 May 2022 45,119 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 19 May 2022 45,119 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 41,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 41,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 39,562 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 39,307 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 39,307 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 38,789 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 38,788 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 38,761 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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P919 LGM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 22,572 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 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 P919 LGM, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P919 LGM registered?

P919 LGM is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 January 1998.

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