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P904 PWU

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

58,398 mi
Last recorded58,398 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP904 PWU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 58,398 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 58,398 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 58,382 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 58,382 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 58,243 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 58,730 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 57,844 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 57,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 57,833 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 55,995 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 55,995 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 52,750 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 48,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 44,328 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2014 44,328 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 May 2013 44,133 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 4 May 2013 44,133 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 43,763 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight rusting around tank filler and cap

Fail 20 Aug 2011 43,733 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight rusting around tank filler and cap

Pass 16 Jun 2010 43,075 miles

Corrosion around fuel tank filler

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 Jun 2009 42,436 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 42,436 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 41,100 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2008 41,100 miles

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 May 2007 40,709 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 40,709 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 May 2006 40,207 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 40,162 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

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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P904 PWU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P904 PWU, 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 P904 PWU registered?

P904 PWU is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 August 1996.

Is P904 PWU safe to buy?

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