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P961 MLK

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

1,524 mi
Last recorded1,524 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 MLK
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 1,524 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 1,422 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 1,237 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 954 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 954 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2020 23 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 69,400 miles

head light mask fitted

slight exhaust blow

Fail 15 Aug 2016 69,394 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

slight exhaust blow

Fail 8 Aug 2015 58,230 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2015 58,230 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2014 46,882 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 41,364 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 38,769 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 35,081 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2011 35,081 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 34,203 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 34,203 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 33,891 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 29,967 miles

headlamp aim slightly high.

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
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P961 MLK is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 P961 MLK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P961 MLK registered?

P961 MLK is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 23 October 1996.

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