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P381 SGF

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,427 mi
Last recorded43,427 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP381 SGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 43,427 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 42,790 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 42,033 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 41,185 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 40,700 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 39,560 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 38,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 36,708 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 34,352 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 33,116 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 30,963 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 29,943 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 28,839 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,714 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 26,113 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 23,484 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 23,465 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 23,445 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 23,137 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 22,970 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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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P381 SGF is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P381 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 P381 SGF registered?

P381 SGF is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 October 1996.

Is P381 SGF safe to buy?

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