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P548 APJ

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,366 mi
Last recorded38,366 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP548 APJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2015 38,366 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 34,437 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 34,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 30,577 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 26,867 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 24,465 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 20,083 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 12 Jul 2008 20,083 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 17,256 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 14,505 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

loose left hand pillion grab rail

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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P548 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P548 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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P548 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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