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VJI 6588

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,457 mi
Last recorded40,457 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJI 6588
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 40,457 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 39,858 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 39,173 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 37,845 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 37,240 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 35,367 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 34,592 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 33,867 miles

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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VJI 6588 is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VJI 6588, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VJI 6588 registered?

VJI 6588 is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 12 May 1997.

Is VJI 6588 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJI 6588 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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