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P149 NRF

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

23,910 mi
Last recorded23,910 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 NRF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 23,910 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 23,447 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 23,427 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 23,427 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 22,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 22,434 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 22,120 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2019 22,120 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged split (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Central Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 21,784 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 21,784 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 21,557 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 21,362 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 19,618 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 18,120 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 17,419 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 16,297 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 14,317 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 13,731 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 13,097 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 13,085 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 11,312 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 11,304 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
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P149 NRF is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,102 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 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P149 NRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P149 NRF registered?

P149 NRF is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 13 September 1996.

Is P149 NRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P149 NRF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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