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P566 APJ

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP566 APJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

No lights fitted at the time of the test

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 36,540 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 36,165 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 36,165 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 34,828 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 8 May 2017 34,828 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 10 May 2016 32,224 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 31,718 miles

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

chain guard missing

Fail 13 Apr 2015 31,718 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

chain guard missing

Pass 29 Apr 2014 29,864 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 29,864 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 26,510 miles

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

front fork dust cover rusted o/s

Pass 16 Apr 2010 26,228 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

number plate small

Fail 16 Apr 2010 26,228 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

number plate small

Pass 10 Aug 2007 25,530 miles

after market silencer fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2006 24,821 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 24,821 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.4)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 23,538 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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P566 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P566 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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P566 APJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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