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P308 JRJ

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

358 mi
Last recorded358 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP308 JRJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 358 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 18 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 45 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2009 45 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 9,864 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 21 Jun 2007 9,864 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 5,272 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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P308 JRJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P308 JRJ, 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 P308 JRJ registered?

P308 JRJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 17 December 1996.

Is P308 JRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P308 JRJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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