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P556 EBB

1998 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,316 mi
Last recorded60,316 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSF120022,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP556 EBB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 60,316 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 59,166 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 59,166 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 56,002 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 52,687 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 May 2012 50,053 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 50,053 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2010 48,193 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 46,460 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 42,287 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 41,508 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 40,689 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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P556 EBB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSF1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 22,572 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 P556 EBB, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki GSF1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P556 EBB is a 1998 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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The MOT history for P556 EBB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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