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P492 RGF

1996 Suzuki Gsf

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,121 mi
Last recorded49,121 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf27,014 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 RGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2009 49,121 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 Jan 2009 49,100 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2007 43,274 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 33,360 miles

Nearside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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P492 RGF is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 27,014 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P492 RGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P492 RGF registered?

P492 RGF is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is P492 RGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P492 RGF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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