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P78 FNN

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

44,390 mi
Last recorded44,390 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP78 FNN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 44,390 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 44,041 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 44,032 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 42,691 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 40,897 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 40,000 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 38,079 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 38,079 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 36,720 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 35,346 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 33,458 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 32,599 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 32,599 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 32,391 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2009 31,486 miles

Suspect front tyre material starting to perish

Pass 2 Feb 2008 30,830 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 30,830 miles

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 30,135 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 28,753 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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P78 FNN is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P78 FNN, 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 P78 FNN registered?

P78 FNN is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 20 December 1996.

Is P78 FNN safe to buy?

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