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N495 PDW

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,673 mi
Last recorded51,673 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN495 PDW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 51,673 miles

Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2024 50,013 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 48,764 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 47,651 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 46,589 miles
Pass 9 May 2020 45,053 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2019 43,464 miles

Central Front Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2016 41,064 miles

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

Centre Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 38,499 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 35,794 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 33,555 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 30,836 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 28,265 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 25,467 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 25,467 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 22,365 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 15,387 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 10,480 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 7,688 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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N495 PDW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N495 PDW, 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 N495 PDW registered?

N495 PDW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is N495 PDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N495 PDW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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