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N486 YAV

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,111 mi
Last recorded55,111 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN486 YAV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 55,111 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2024 55,111 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 52,359 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 49,977 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 49,902 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 47,895 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 45,973 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 44,168 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 42,732 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 14,621 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 38,411 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,500 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 34,330 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 32,170 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 31,114 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 29,722 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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N486 YAV 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 87.5%.

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 N486 YAV, 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 N486 YAV registered?

N486 YAV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 4 June 1996.

Is N486 YAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N486 YAV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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