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P489 HNA

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,937 mi
Last recorded28,937 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP489 HNA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2025 28,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 26,677 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 May 2023 25,195 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 24,415 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 22,960 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 21,473 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 14,343 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 14,326 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 14,224 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 14,224 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 14,072 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 14,041 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
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P489 HNA is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,102 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 Gsf 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P489 HNA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P489 HNA registered?

P489 HNA is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 6 September 1996.

Is P489 HNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P489 HNA shows 12 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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