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N846 XRS

1996 Suzuki Gsf

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,004 mi
Last recorded47,004 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf27,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN846 XRS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 47,004 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 42,951 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 41,177 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 39,651 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 36,709 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 32,913 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 32,906 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 30,862 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 29,428 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 29,421 miles

advise re. nail in rear tyre (highlighted)

slight binding on rear brake (advise)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 27,478 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 27,478 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front and rear tyre valves are missing both valve caps.

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear tyre has 8 psi,may have slow leak.Presure adjusted at time of test.

Pass 15 Jul 2006 23,861 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Jul 2006 23,861 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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N846 XRS is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N846 XRS, 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 N846 XRS registered?

N846 XRS is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N846 XRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N846 XRS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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