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N427 LHU

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,750 mi
Last recorded39,750 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN427 LHU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 39,750 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 39,239 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 37,981 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 34,192 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2014 32,784 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 32,784 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2013 31,332 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 29,869 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 28,067 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 25,967 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2009 23,182 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 23,182 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 20,994 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Apr 2008 20,994 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 19,165 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 17,726 miles

number plate slightly reduced size

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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N427 LHU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N427 LHU, 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 N427 LHU registered?

N427 LHU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N427 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N427 LHU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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