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P39 CPB

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Multi-colour Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

122 mi
Last recorded122 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP39 CPB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 122 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 100 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 35 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 32 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 32 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 13 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 45,389 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 43,635 miles

front fork seals dust covers corroded

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2013 41,447 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front mudguard damaged but vehicle control not affected, suspension brace intact

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 41,442 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front mudguard damaged but vehicle control not affected, suspension brace intact

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 38,397 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 21 Jul 2011 37,988 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Jul 2011 37,988 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 29 May 2009 37,801 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2008 34,633 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 29,635 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 24,638 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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P39 CPB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Multi-colour with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P39 CPB, 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 P39 CPB registered?

P39 CPB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 29 November 1996.

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The MOT history for P39 CPB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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