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P461 TAM

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,822 mi
Last recorded33,822 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP461 TAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 33,822 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2015 33,813 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 33,813 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 33,505 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 32,885 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 32,885 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 32,153 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 30,118 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 28,903 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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P461 TAM is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P461 TAM, 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 P461 TAM registered?

P461 TAM is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 2 December 1996.

Is P461 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P461 TAM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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