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YIW 8237

1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Maroon Other 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,074 mi
Last recorded39,074 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V23,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIW 8237
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2025 39,074 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 38,975 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2022 38,808 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 38,664 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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YIW 8237 is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Maroon with a 1,157cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 YIW 8237, 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 YIW 8237 registered?

YIW 8237 is a 1997 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is YIW 8237 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIW 8237 shows 4 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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