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P229 HRP

1996 Suzuki GSX1100F

Black Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

57,323 mi
Last recorded57,323 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F25,911 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 HRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100F
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 57,323 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 48,369 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 50,422 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2016 50,422 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 32,722 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 14,490 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 13,597 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 11,258 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 10,107 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 10,090 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 9,588 miles

Front tyre wearing unevenly. May make front end feel vague & detatched.

Pass 26 Feb 2008 8,767 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 7,737 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1100F?

Based on 4,401 MOT tests across 590 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
590
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 74
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
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P229 HRP is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F in Black with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 25,911 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX1100F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P229 HRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1100F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P229 HRP registered?

P229 HRP is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F, first registered on 5 September 1996.

Is P229 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P229 HRP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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