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P279 EOK

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,292 mi
Last recorded29,292 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 EOK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 29,292 miles

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored Both front brake discs (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted And corroded (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2017 29,011 miles

Front tyre worn on edge

Rear brake disc corroded and pitted

Pass 7 May 2015 28,752 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

n/s/r indicator lense missing (orange bulb fitted)

Fail 24 Oct 2014 28,744 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 28,478 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 28,288 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 28,000 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 Aug 2011 27,980 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 27,764 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 14 Aug 2010 27,758 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 27,410 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 27,090 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 26,770 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 4 May 2006 26,530 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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P279 EOK 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 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 P279 EOK, 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 P279 EOK registered?

P279 EOK is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 August 1996.

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