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Suzuki GSF1200

Grey and Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,157 cc

P511 BJTMOT history

P511 BJT is a grey and black petrol Suzuki GSF1200 first used on 13 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 30,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
30,589 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P511 BJT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Suzuki
Model
GSF1200
Colour
Grey and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,157 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P511 BJT was last recorded at 30,589 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 98 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,491 miles · 16 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
98 miles
Average per year
949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,589 miles
  • 2022 – 30,491 miles
  • 2021 – 29,984 miles
  • 2019 – 27,481 miles
  • 2014 – 27,054 miles
  • 2012 – 23,715 miles
  • 2011 – 20,388 miles
  • 2010 – 15,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,589 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,589 miles (+98)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    30,589 miles
    Test number
    819104863783
    • AdvisoryBrake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass30,491 miles (+507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    30,491 miles
    Test number
    115194411614
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass29,984 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    29,984 miles
    Test number
    925566359442
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

  4. Fail29,984 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,984 miles
    Test number
    898587866137
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

  5. Fail29,984 miles (+2,503)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,984 miles
    Test number
    615321048439
    • DangerousStop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass27,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    27,481 miles
    Test number
    138004869351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail27,481 miles (+427)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,481 miles
    Test number
    534073044701
    • DangerousFront Wheel fixing missing (single fixing) spindle (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass27,054 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    27,054 miles
    Test number
    308936224140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,491 miles (+2,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    26,491 miles
    Test number
    116239994086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  10. Pass23,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,715 miles
    Test number
    755964642107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail23,697 miles (+3,309)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,697 miles
    Test number
    646334342119
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass20,388 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,388 miles
    Test number
    747533821189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail20,248 miles (+5,114)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,248 miles
    Test number
    627420611186
    • FailureRear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  14. Fail15,134 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,134 miles
    Test number
    304300620185
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  15. Pass15,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    15,134 miles
    Test number
    944210820105
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Questions about P511 BJT

Does P511 BJT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P511 BJT is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on P511 BJT?
The MOT on P511 BJT is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P511 BJT done?
P511 BJT was recorded at 30,589 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 949 miles a year.
Has P511 BJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P511 BJT has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on P511 BJT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P511 BJT find?
P511 BJT passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied; exhaust noisy.

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