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N419 JNW

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

34,311 mi
Last recorded34,311 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN419 JNW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 34,311 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 34,311 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 33,281 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 33,281 miles

Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 32,087 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 32,087 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking Engine Mount Missing (6.1.1c)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 30,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 30,369 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 30,369 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 May 2014 29,995 miles

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

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 8 May 2014 29,995 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 28,980 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 28,575 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 27,146 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2007 25,145 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 May 2007 25,145 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 24,007 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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N419 JNW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 N419 JNW, 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 N419 JNW registered?

N419 JNW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 February 1996.

Is N419 JNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N419 JNW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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