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N116 FOW

1996 Suzuki Gsf

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,252 mi
Last recorded39,252 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf27,014 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN116 FOW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 39,252 miles

2 bolts missing from front mudguard

Chain guard missing ()

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp masked

LH chain adjuster plate fitted incorrectly

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2017 38,519 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Headlamp masked for test

LH chain adjuster plate fitted backwards

Fail 5 May 2017 38,512 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside Both (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Chain guard missing ()

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

LH chain adjuster plate fitted backwards

Pass 3 Aug 2015 37,881 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 28 May 2014 36,960 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 25 Jan 2013 36,699 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 30,854 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 29,446 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 27,149 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 24,310 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 21,469 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 17,889 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 17,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 May 2006 17,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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N116 FOW is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,014 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N116 FOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N116 FOW registered?

N116 FOW is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N116 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N116 FOW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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