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N514 STN

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,601 mi
Last recorded33,601 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN514 STN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 33,601 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 32,644 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 29,640 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

clutch pipe chaffing at head stock

exhaust slightly noisy

frame corroded at head stock

no number plate lamp fit

number plate cut down slightly (spaced ok)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 29,627 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

clutch pipe chaffing at head stock

exhaust slightly noisy

frame corroded at head stock

no number plate lamp fit

number plate cut down slightly (spaced ok)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 27,972 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 27,972 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2011 23,021 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 22,537 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 21,175 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 21,139 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 20,628 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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N514 STN is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N514 STN, 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 N514 STN registered?

N514 STN is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N514 STN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N514 STN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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