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P246 ARY

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,851 mi
Last recorded43,851 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP246 ARY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 43,851 miles

Rear Reduced damping rear shock absorber.

Pass 24 Jun 2020 43,223 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 42,836 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 41,091 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 39,963 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 38,318 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,139 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 37,139 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2011 36,455 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 32,984 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 30,781 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 26,627 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 May 2007 24,972 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 22,833 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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P246 ARY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 P246 ARY, 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 P246 ARY registered?

P246 ARY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P246 ARY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P246 ARY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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