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1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

51,549 mi
Last recorded51,549 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN357 NUM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 51,549 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 50,141 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 48,477 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 46,584 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 45,286 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 43,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2018 43,822 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 42,088 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 39,531 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 35,407 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 32,974 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 30,619 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 30,619 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2012 28,128 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 25,953 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 23,845 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 May 2010 23,845 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 23,462 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 22,836 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 21,974 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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N357 NUM is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 25,967 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 N357 NUM, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N357 NUM registered?

N357 NUM is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 July 1996.

Is N357 NUM safe to buy?

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