1997 Suzuki GSF1200 1.2L Petrol · P236 CLJ
1997 Suzuki GSF1200 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 04 Jul 1997. Recorded mileage 37,206 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- SUZUKI GSF1200
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,206 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P236 CLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/09/2025
- 37,206 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P236 CLJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Suzuki Gsf1200 (P236 CLJ) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
P236 CLJ Mileage History
- 29/09/202236,361 mi
- 28/09/202336,554 mi+193 mi
- 28/09/202336,554 mi
- 12/09/202436,812 mi+258 mi
- 17/09/202537,206 mi+394 mi
Average of roughly 285 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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