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M496 SGW

1999 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,059 mi
Last recorded30,059 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Suzuki GSF120021,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM496 SGW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 30,059 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 30,059 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 29,890 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 28,797 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 28,289 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 27,418 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Sep 2005 27,384 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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M496 SGW is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 21,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M496 SGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M496 SGW registered?

M496 SGW is a 1999 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 August 1999.

Is M496 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M496 SGW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M496 SGW have outstanding finance?

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