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P947 TUG

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Bronze Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

209 mi
Last recorded209 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP947 TUG
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 209 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 95 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 12,618 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 12,413 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 12,351 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 12,310 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 11,942 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 11,697 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 11,583 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 11,379 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

daylight MOT only

Pass 3 Apr 2013 10,495 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 10,113 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

daylight MOT only

Pass 8 Jul 2011 10,113 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

daylight MOT only

Pass 11 Aug 2009 9,917 miles

day time moy only

Pass 20 Aug 2007 8,945 miles

day time mot only

Pass 9 Aug 2005 7,522 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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P947 TUG is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Bronze with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P947 TUG, 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 P947 TUG registered?

P947 TUG is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 25 October 1996.

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The MOT history for P947 TUG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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