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P196 YEU

1997 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,046 mi
Last recorded93,046 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GSF120024,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP196 YEU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2020 93,046 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 92,335 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 90,426 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 85,007 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 80,711 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2014 78,517 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 77,553 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 68,786 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 66,250 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 66,237 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2010 64,590 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2009 60,919 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

no. plate light not working

Pass 27 May 2008 58,387 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 54,447 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 54,381 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2006 48,137 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSF1200?

Based on 167,874 MOT tests across 12,651 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,887
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,277
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,004
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 775
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 637
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P196 YEU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 24,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSF1200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,887 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P196 YEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSF1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P196 YEU registered?

P196 YEU is a 1997 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 January 1997.

Is P196 YEU safe to buy?

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