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Suzuki GSF1200

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,157 cc

P501 NOTMOT history

P501 NOT is a black petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 1 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
43,177 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P501 NOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF1200
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,157 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P501 NOT was last recorded at 43,177 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Apr 2015: 73 miles, lower than 31,966 miles on 9 Apr 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
42,724 miles · 19 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
453 miles
Average per year
1,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,177 miles
  • 2025 – 42,724 miles
  • 2024 – 41,321 miles
  • 2023 – 40,136 miles
  • 2021 – 38,809 miles
  • 2020 – 35,914 miles
  • 2016 – 35,805 miles
  • 2015 – 35,420 miles
  • 2014 – 31,966 miles
  • 2013 – 29,069 miles
  • 2012 – 18,850 miles
  • 2011 – 16,867 miles
  • 2010 – 14,496 miles
  • 2009 – 13,871 miles
  • 2007 – 12,853 miles
  • 2006 – 11,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,177 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryDay use only no lights fitted

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • No indicators fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,177 miles (+453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    43,177 miles
    Test number
    443929510605
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDay use only no lights fitted

  2. Pass42,724 miles (+1,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    42,724 miles
    Test number
    183514147226
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo indicators fitted at time of test

  3. Pass41,321 miles (+1,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    41,321 miles
    Test number
    930866448884
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,136 miles (+1,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    40,136 miles
    Test number
    449285856401
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo indicators fitted at time of test

  5. Pass38,809 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    38,809 miles
    Test number
    547034318058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,914 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    35,914 miles
    Test number
    117250341839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,805 miles (+385)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    35,805 miles
    Test number
    264114085498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,420 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,420 miles
    Test number
    958945725161
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
    • NoteDip switch not easily accesible

  9. Fail35,420 miles (+35,347)10 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,420 miles
    Test number
    436474915159
    • FailureBrake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • FailureHandlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)
    • FailureHorn control not readily accesible. (1.7.2a)
    • FailureInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureNearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRoller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
    • NoteDip switch not easily accesible

  10. Fail73 miles (-31,893)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73 miles
    Test number
    807245405191
    • FailureFootrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

  11. Pass31,966 miles (+2,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,966 miles
    Test number
    198279594002
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  12. Fail29,069 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,069 miles
    Test number
    429459593084
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  13. Pass29,069 miles (+10,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,069 miles
    Test number
    767289993020
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  14. Pass18,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    18,850 miles
    Test number
    138599352003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail18,850 miles (+1,983)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,850 miles
    Test number
    669829852016
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Pass16,867 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,867 miles
    Test number
    675561201117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,496 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,496 miles
    Test number
    183840990031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,871 miles (+1,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    13,871 miles
    Test number
    103588969492
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

  19. Pass12,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    12,853 miles
    Test number
    283028417265
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  20. Fail12,853 miles (+1,017)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,853 miles
    Test number
    810198717220
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  21. Pass11,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    11,836 miles
    Test number
    381570466198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P501 NOT

Does P501 NOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P501 NOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P501 NOT?
The MOT on P501 NOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P501 NOT done?
P501 NOT was recorded at 43,177 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 1,556 miles a year.
Has P501 NOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P501 NOT has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on P501 NOT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P501 NOT find?
P501 NOT passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; day use only no lights fitted.

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