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N736 FKJ

1996 Suzuki Gsf

Purple Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,722 mi
Last recorded33,722 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf27,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN736 FKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2021 33,722 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 May 2015 33,232 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2015 33,232 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 32,809 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 32,809 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 30,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 30,595 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2012 30,542 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 25,727 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 21,559 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 18,533 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

front and rear lights slightly dim

Pass 19 Aug 2008 14,950 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 11,419 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 11,387 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 11,203 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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N736 FKJ is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf in Purple with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,014 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 Gsf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N736 FKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N736 FKJ registered?

N736 FKJ is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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