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P858 KOT

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,653 mi
Last recorded26,653 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP858 KOT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 26,653 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 25,972 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 1 Sep 2011 25,091 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 25,071 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 21,804 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 21,378 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 21,362 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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 headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,397 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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P858 KOT is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P858 KOT, 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 P858 KOT registered?

P858 KOT is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 6 November 1996.

Is P858 KOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P858 KOT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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