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P512 MLY

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,093 mi
Last recorded41,093 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 MLY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 41,093 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 40,878 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 40,642 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2015 40,642 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 40,398 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 39,878 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 38,873 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 May 2012 38,873 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 38,047 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 36,797 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 36,263 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 35,130 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 33,625 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 31,360 miles

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

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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P512 MLY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 P512 MLY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P512 MLY registered?

P512 MLY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is P512 MLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P512 MLY shows 14 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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