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N855 BDU

1996 Suzuki Gsf

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

31,451 mi
Last recorded31,451 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf27,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN855 BDU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,451 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 31,321 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 31,319 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 30,580 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 30,580 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 29,931 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 29,931 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 30 Aug 2009 27,930 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 27,172 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 24,409 miles

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 22,048 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 22,048 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 20,306 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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N855 BDU is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N855 BDU, 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.

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What year was N855 BDU registered?

N855 BDU is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 19 April 1996.

Is N855 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N855 BDU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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