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P431 YFX

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

69,215 mi
Last recorded69,215 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP431 YFX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 69,215 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 68,680 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 67,769 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 66,531 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 62,340 miles

Central Rear Inner Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 61,146 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 60,287 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension knuckle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 60,287 miles

Front Brake component insecure brake line splitter (1.1.21 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension knuckle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 57,515 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 55,640 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 54,573 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 53,145 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 51,243 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 50,554 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 49,422 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 48,701 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 46,902 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 45,176 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 42,957 miles
Pass 7 May 2006 37,534 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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P431 YFX 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 95%.

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 P431 YFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P431 YFX registered?

P431 YFX is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P431 YFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P431 YFX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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