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P394 HVX

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Beige Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

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Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP394 HVX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026

Daytime mot Only

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023

Daytime mot Only

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022

Daytime mot only

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 34,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2017 34,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2016 33,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 23 May 2012 32,988 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 32,988 miles
Pass 7 May 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 May 2011

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2009 32,126 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 31,885 miles

Chain guard missing

modified front brake resivoir

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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P394 HVX is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Beige with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P394 HVX, 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 P394 HVX registered?

P394 HVX is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P394 HVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P394 HVX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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