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P851 FKP

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,527 mi
Last recorded6,527 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP851 FKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2012 6,527 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 4,290 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 552 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 46,748 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)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 46,748 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 36,628 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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P851 FKP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P851 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P851 FKP registered?

P851 FKP is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P851 FKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P851 FKP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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