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P956 HMH

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,138 mi
Last recorded32,138 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP956 HMH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 32,138 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 31,985 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2024 31,985 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 31,342 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 27,853 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 27,034 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 26,710 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 26,398 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 26,105 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 25,365 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 23,817 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 22,455 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 21,307 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 21,299 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 19,363 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 18,899 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 18,097 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 15,564 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 14,263 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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P956 HMH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P956 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.

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What year was P956 HMH registered?

P956 HMH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 16 October 1996.

Is P956 HMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P956 HMH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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