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P786 MLH

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Orange Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,147 mi
Last recorded31,147 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP786 MLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2015 31,147 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 29,767 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 6 Jun 2014 29,761 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 31,428 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 29,550 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 29,041 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 26,185 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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P786 MLH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Orange with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P786 MLH, 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 P786 MLH registered?

P786 MLH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 August 1996.

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