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P545 TCW

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,692 mi
Last recorded26,692 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP545 TCW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 26,692 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 26,493 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 26,136 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2023 26,136 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 25,080 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 24,555 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 24,352 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 24,028 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 22,839 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 22,623 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 22,063 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 21,700 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 21,700 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2010 20,083 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 19,843 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 17,867 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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P545 TCW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P545 TCW, 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 P545 TCW registered?

P545 TCW is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 24 September 1996.

Is P545 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P545 TCW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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