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P359 LFS

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,732 mi
Last recorded24,732 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP359 LFS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,732 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 22,153 miles

rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Fail 4 Sep 2014 22,153 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

centrestand fouls lower rear suspension componant

rear tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Pass 6 Jul 2013 21,530 miles

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

Nearside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

needs air in tyres

Pass 24 Apr 2012 20,793 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 20,110 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 19,800 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 19,222 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 19,028 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 19,028 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 18,142 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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P359 LFS is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P359 LFS, 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 P359 LFS registered?

P359 LFS is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is P359 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P359 LFS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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