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R572 JGK

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Purple Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,192 mi
Last recorded25,192 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR572 JGK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 25,192 miles

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 25,107 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 24,863 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 24,423 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 24,403 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 24,375 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 22,971 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 22,787 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 22,708 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 22,649 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 22,556 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 19,856 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 19,154 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2010 19,126 miles

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 17,729 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 17,718 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Front Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 3 May 2008 15,168 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,998 miles

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

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

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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R572 JGK is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Purple with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R572 JGK, 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 R572 JGK registered?

R572 JGK is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 28 August 1997.

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