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P255 SGP

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

32,786 mi
Last recorded32,786 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP255 SGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 32,786 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 31,403 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2024 28,462 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2023 28,101 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 27,720 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 26,813 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 25,645 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 23,792 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 23,613 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 23,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 May 2016 23,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 25,597 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 25,597 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 21,017 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 19,536 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2012 19,100 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,688 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 17,873 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 17,873 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 16,539 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 16,050 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 May 2007 15,779 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 15,311 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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P255 SGP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P255 SGP, 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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How do I check the history of P255 SGP?

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What year was P255 SGP registered?

P255 SGP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 November 1996.

Is P255 SGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P255 SGP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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