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P244 PCV

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

32,477 mi
Last recorded32,477 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 PCV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 32,477 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 32,473 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 32,383 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Jun 2016 32,380 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 32,116 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 31,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 31,422 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 31,421 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 31,271 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 31,012 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 15,821 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 14,775 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 10,143 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 7,257 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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P244 PCV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 25,967 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 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 P244 PCV, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P244 PCV registered?

P244 PCV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 October 1996.

Is P244 PCV safe to buy?

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