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P502 APJ

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

23,431 mi
Last recorded23,431 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP502 APJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 23,431 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 23,331 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2023 23,327 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2022 23,282 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable just a little twisted on mounts (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

main stand is a little sticky and may need help to the return position

Pass 20 Aug 2021 23,190 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 23,152 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 23,152 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight run out (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread needs black screw (0.1 (b))

Rear unable to test wheel bearing due to brake

Pass 27 Nov 2018 22,728 miles

Rear chain guard loose-tightened

Pass 4 Nov 2017 22,390 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 22,390 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 22,163 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 21,690 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,690 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 21,187 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 21,187 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 20,978 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 20,658 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,477 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 20,068 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 19,849 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 19,133 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 17,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2007 17,728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 16,700 miles

front brake lever bent .advise replacement

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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P502 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P502 APJ, 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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P502 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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