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P515 RDE

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

30,192 mi
Last recorded30,192 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP515 RDE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 30,192 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 30,166 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 30,020 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 30,020 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2023 29,877 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 29,872 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 29,594 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 28,779 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2021 28,770 miles

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 May 2019 28,400 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 27,996 miles

Dipped beam on bottom limit

Pass 14 Jul 2016 27,881 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 27,881 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,593 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 27,593 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 26,918 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 26,918 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,476 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 26,470 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 25,799 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 24,728 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 23,654 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 23,654 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 22,594 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 19,929 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 18,715 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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P515 RDE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P515 RDE, 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 P515 RDE registered?

P515 RDE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P515 RDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P515 RDE shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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