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P184 BUT

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,060 mi
Last recorded6,060 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP184 BUT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 6,060 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 5,980 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 5,896 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 5,896 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 5,484 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 5,373 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 4,510 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 4,418 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 4,398 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 4,344 miles

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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P184 BUT is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P184 BUT, 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 P184 BUT registered?

P184 BUT is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 18 December 1996.

Is P184 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P184 BUT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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