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P868 KWE

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,750 mi
Last recorded38,750 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP868 KWE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 38,750 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 38,750 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure bolt missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 38,639 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 38,618 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 38,548 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 71,308 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 70,933 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 70,233 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 67,311 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 65,836 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 64,855 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 59,406 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 45,025 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Nov 2009

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

nsr foot rest wont stay in folded position

Pass 6 Jun 2008 33,555 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 33,104 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 32,607 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 32,600 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

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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P868 KWE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P868 KWE, 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 P868 KWE registered?

P868 KWE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 November 1996.

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