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N526 PYE

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,102 mi
Last recorded56,102 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN526 PYE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2016 56,102 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 55,956 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 55,922 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 55,457 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

o/s caliper and disc have oil contamination

Pass 18 Nov 2011 54,108 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 51,937 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

number plate light not working

Fail 13 Oct 2009 51,922 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

number plate light not working

Pass 17 Sep 2008 49,162 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jan 2007 48,386 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 37,046 miles

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

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

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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N526 PYE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N526 PYE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N526 PYE registered?

N526 PYE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N526 PYE safe to buy?

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