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P601 MLC

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,762 mi
Last recorded34,762 miles
Recorded on27 May 2020
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP601 MLC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2020 34,762 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,279 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 32,521 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 32,504 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,188 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 32,186 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

clutch lever bracket loose

Pass 14 Jun 2010 31,237 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 31,228 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 30,244 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 30,222 miles

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Apr 2006 29,886 miles

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

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

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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P601 MLC is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P601 MLC, 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 P601 MLC registered?

P601 MLC is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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The MOT history for P601 MLC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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