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P923 BAY

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,357 mi
Last recorded41,357 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP923 BAY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 41,357 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 40,076 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 38,160 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 36,536 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 34,871 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 34,417 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 34,417 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 34,083 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 32,646 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking in tread. 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 31,058 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 29,229 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 26,944 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2016 26,944 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 25,169 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 23,543 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2014 23,543 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 21,694 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 21,681 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,785 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 20,100 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 19,693 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 18,925 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 17,867 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 16,331 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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P923 BAY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 P923 BAY, 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 P923 BAY registered?

P923 BAY is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P923 BAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P923 BAY shows 24 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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