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P49 TWX

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,194 mi
Last recorded19,194 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP49 TWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 19,194 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 19,189 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 19,171 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 19,168 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 19,152 miles

Rear residue of fluid / oil around caliper cover but not obviously leaking

Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,135 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 19,135 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 19,064 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 19,023 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 19,007 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 18,989 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 18,989 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2017 18,989 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,777 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 18,607 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 18,555 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 18,336 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 18,311 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 18,096 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 17,985 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 17,852 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 17,412 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 16,913 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 16,906 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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P49 TWX is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P49 TWX, 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 P49 TWX registered?

P49 TWX is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 28 September 1996.

Is P49 TWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P49 TWX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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