MOT Status
ValidMileage
53,985 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?
Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P956 HWA is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,102 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 Gsf 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P956 HWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P956 HWA registered?
P956 HWA is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 7 September 1996.
Is P956 HWA safe to buy?
The MOT history for P956 HWA shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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