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P289 AFJ

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,877 mi
Last recorded6,877 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP289 AFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2025 6,877 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 6,808 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 6,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 May 2020 6,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 6,589 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 6,515 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 6,304 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 6,259 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 6,188 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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P289 AFJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P289 AFJ, 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 P289 AFJ registered?

P289 AFJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is P289 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P289 AFJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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