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N409 JDE

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,257 mi
Last recorded50,257 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2009
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN409 JDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2009 50,257 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 45,038 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 45,405 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2006 39,001 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 39,001 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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N409 JDE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N409 JDE, 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 N409 JDE registered?

N409 JDE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 25 January 1996.

Is N409 JDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N409 JDE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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