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P499 THS

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,950 mi
Last recorded47,950 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP499 THS
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 47,950 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 46,122 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 44,095 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 42,380 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 40,795 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 39,216 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 37,831 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 36,575 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 35,005 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 35,005 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2010 33,312 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 32,036 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 31,094 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,221 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 27,135 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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P499 THS is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P499 THS, 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 P499 THS registered?

P499 THS is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 27 September 1996.

Is P499 THS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P499 THS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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