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P501 LMB

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,200 mi
Last recorded51,200 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP501 LMB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 51,200 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 50,011 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2020 48,504 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 47,729 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 46,872 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 44,710 miles

Rear reg plate

Pass 14 Feb 2015 44,539 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 39,835 miles

throtle damages

Pass 22 Mar 2012 37,781 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 35,156 miles

both front footrests have slight side - side movement where they attach to the frame but are still secure and serviceable

only one rear view mirror fitted to the vehicle at the offside which is a bar end one

the rear wheel has a slight bind when in the rbt but it is not excessive at this time.

Fail 21 Oct 2010 35,156 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

both front footrests have slight side - side movement where they attach to the frame but are still secure and serviceable

only one rear view mirror fitted to the vehicle at the offside which is a bar end one

the rear wheel has a slight bind when in the rbt but it is not excessive at this time.

Pass 19 Oct 2009 32,249 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 32,249 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 28,730 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 28,720 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 26,386 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 257,063 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2005 24,438 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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P501 LMB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P501 LMB, 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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P501 LMB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 September 1996.

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The MOT history for P501 LMB shows 18 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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