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P309 SGF

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

28,191 mi
Last recorded28,191 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 28,191 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 28,191 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 28,083 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2019 28,083 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 27,710 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 27,710 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies refit switch wires (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 27,426 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Jul 2016 27,426 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2015 26,896 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 26,896 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 26,562 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 26,148 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 26,148 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 25,727 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 25,370 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 25,370 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2010 24,535 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 24,535 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 SGF is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 P309 SGF, 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 SGF registered?

P309 SGF is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 October 1996.

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The MOT history for P309 SGF shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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