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P971 AHG

1997 Suzuki Gsx

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,078 mi
Last recorded70,078 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsx28,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 AHG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 70,078 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 69,161 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 69,154 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2024 67,861 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jan 2024 67,861 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2023 66,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 65,792 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 65,785 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn shock linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2015 64,505 miles

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

has slight free play at the front wheel

Pass 20 Mar 2014 59,490 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 57,311 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 54,304 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 54,284 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 47,077 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 41,146 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 41,146 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2007 38,560 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 38,560 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 36,823 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 34,046 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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P971 AHG is a 1997 Suzuki Gsx in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 28,989 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P971 AHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P971 AHG registered?

P971 AHG is a 1997 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 7 April 1997.

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