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P861 LVT

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,877 mi
Last recorded14,877 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP861 LVT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 14,877 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 14,118 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 13,421 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 12,502 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 12,078 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 12,077 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 May 2019 12,015 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 11,799 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 11,799 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 11,666 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 11,661 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 11,649 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 11,308 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 11,187 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 10,927 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 10,612 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 9,938 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 9,640 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 9,173 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 9,172 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)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 8,506 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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P861 LVT is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P861 LVT, 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 P861 LVT registered?

P861 LVT is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P861 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P861 LVT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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