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P503 PGP

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,540 mi
Last recorded15,540 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP503 PGP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2014 15,540 miles

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 14 Apr 2014 15,540 miles

Centre Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 13,470 miles

Front brake pads worn

Head light slightly dim and beam pattern weak

Rear brake pads worn

Pass 27 Feb 2010

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 12,800 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 39,957 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 34,401 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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P503 PGP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P503 PGP, 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 P503 PGP registered?

P503 PGP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P503 PGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P503 PGP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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