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N78 ENB

1996 Suzuki Gsf

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

37,901 mi
Last recorded37,901 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf27,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN78 ENB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 37,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 37,827 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 37,732 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 37,586 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 5 May 2023 37,586 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 37,578 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 37,576 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 37,472 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 37,472 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 36,926 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 36,549 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 36,061 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 36,028 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 33,901 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 33,104 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 5,171 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 98,512 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 98,492 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 87,462 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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N78 ENB is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 N78 ENB, 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 N78 ENB registered?

N78 ENB is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N78 ENB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N78 ENB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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