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P479 TCW

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

9,637 mi
Last recorded9,637 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP479 TCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 9,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2016 9,487 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 9,487 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 8,788 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 7,640 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 7,640 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 5,444 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 5,118 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 4,953 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 4,953 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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P479 TCW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P479 TCW, 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 P479 TCW registered?

P479 TCW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 September 1996.

Is P479 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P479 TCW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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