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R702 DJW

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,285 mi
Last recorded13,285 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2008
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR702 DJW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2008 13,285 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 12,902 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 12,496 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 11,395 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 11,395 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
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R702 DJW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 23,477 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 Gsf 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R702 DJW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R702 DJW registered?

R702 DJW is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R702 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R702 DJW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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