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P309 ARY

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,004 mi
Last recorded14,004 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP309 ARY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2016 14,004 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 13,673 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 13,355 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 13,308 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 12,934 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 12,934 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 12,393 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 12,198 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 11,967 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 11,257 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 10,585 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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P309 ARY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P309 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 P309 ARY registered?

P309 ARY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 3 September 1996.

Is P309 ARY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P309 ARY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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