CarVerify

Free Car Check

P116 THB

1996 Suzuki Gsf

Green Petrol 1157cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,120 mi
Last recorded51,120 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf27,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 THB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
View full Suzuki Gsf reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 51,120 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 49,982 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 47,919 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 46,781 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 46,770 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment front brake lever operation sticking (1.1.15 (f))

Rear Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre adverse wear pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2017 42,109 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 36,590 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 33,547 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 28,565 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 28,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Slight drag on rear wheel caliper.

Pass 1 Oct 2012 20,761 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 10,362 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 9,791 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 9,411 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 9,390 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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
Full Suzuki Gsf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P116 THB is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf in Green with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P116 THB, 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

How do I check the history of P116 THB?

You can check the full history of P116 THB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P116 THB registered?

P116 THB is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P116 THB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 THB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P116 THB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P116 THB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.