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N45 FMB

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Green Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,196 mi
Last recorded45,196 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN45 FMB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 45,196 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 43,972 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 43,172 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 43,172 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 42,603 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 41,741 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 37,862 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 34,074 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 33,512 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 31,937 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 29,888 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 25,858 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2008 25,798 miles

Front Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 25,442 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 24,275 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Stop lamp stay illuminated for 3 seconds when front brake is relised.

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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N45 FMB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 N45 FMB, 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 N45 FMB registered?

N45 FMB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 March 1996.

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