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SAZ 2688

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,619 mi
Last recorded32,619 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAZ 2688
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 32,619 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 May 2024 32,619 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 32,479 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 31,767 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 30,681 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2020 30,681 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 29,489 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 31,346 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2015 26,419 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 26,419 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 19,850 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 17,423 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 17,423 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 16,449 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 15,346 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

both rear indicator lenses cracked

Fail 20 Aug 2009 15,346 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

both rear indicator lenses cracked

Pass 6 Jun 2006 14,788 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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SAZ 2688 is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 SAZ 2688, 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 SAZ 2688 registered?

SAZ 2688 is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 27 August 1997.

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The MOT history for SAZ 2688 shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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