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P948 HMH

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

28,710 mi
Last recorded28,710 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP948 HMH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 28,710 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 28,710 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 23,059 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 23,033 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 20,401 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 20,053 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 19,727 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 18,874 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 May 2010 17,486 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 16,631 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 15,872 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2008 15,872 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

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

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

front brake lever sharpe edge

Pass 12 Jun 2007 12,725 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 11,452 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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P948 HMH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P948 HMH, 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 P948 HMH registered?

P948 HMH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 October 1996.

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