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P843 FKP

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,161 mi
Last recorded8,161 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP843 FKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 8,161 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 8,148 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 14 Sep 2024 8,140 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 8,072 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 8,018 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 7,965 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 7,878 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 7,525 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 7,272 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 5,971 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 4,782 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 3,623 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 2,432 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 1,612 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 791 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 29 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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P843 FKP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P843 FKP, 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 P843 FKP registered?

P843 FKP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 10 December 1996.

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