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N512 JVT

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

33,158 mi
Last recorded33,158 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN512 JVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 33,158 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 33,140 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 32,359 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2020 32,194 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 31,673 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 31,196 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 31,063 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 30,558 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 30,378 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 May 2015 30,378 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 30,102 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 30,102 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 29,869 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 28,133 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 28,630 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 28,003 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 28,003 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 27,674 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 26,881 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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N512 JVT is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N512 JVT, 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 N512 JVT registered?

N512 JVT is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N512 JVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N512 JVT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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