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P435 SDL

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,464 mi
Last recorded21,464 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP435 SDL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 21,464 miles

Front led headlamp bulb fitted

Fail 16 Mar 2026 21,464 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front led headlamp bulb fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2024 20,823 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 19,575 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 17,157 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 16,672 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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P435 SDL is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P435 SDL, 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 P435 SDL registered?

P435 SDL is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is P435 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P435 SDL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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