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T97 PGF

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,270 mi
Last recorded45,270 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT97 PGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 45,270 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 45,270 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 44,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 44,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 44,352 miles

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 Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 26 May 2023 44,352 miles

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 Mudguard insecure ()

Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 42,943 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 7 Mar 2022 42,941 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock wiring harness (2.1.4 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 40,430 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 38,814 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 37,413 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged outer case damaged due to being trapped braided hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 36,760 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 36,757 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 Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 35,946 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2016 35,943 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 35,083 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 32,952 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 31,479 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

oil leaking from oil cooler

Pass 2 May 2007 30,783 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 30,783 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 May 2006 28,794 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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T97 PGF is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 21,638 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 T97 PGF, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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T97 PGF is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 June 1999.

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