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P975 SGO

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

40,491 mi
Last recorded40,491 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP975 SGO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 40,491 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 40,491 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 40,021 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

head light slightly insecure

Fail 31 Jan 2024 40,014 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

head light slightly insecure

Pass 30 Jun 2022 36,844 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 36,793 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 36,082 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 33,455 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 31,120 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 28,867 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 26,131 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 25,652 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 25,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate small

Fail 2 Aug 2014 25,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

number plate small

Pass 19 Jul 2013
Fail 17 Jul 2013 24,530 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 24,511 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 24,511 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 24,552 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 24,552 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 21,021 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 May 2009 21,021 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 19,848 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 19,254 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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P975 SGO is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 P975 SGO, 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 P975 SGO registered?

P975 SGO is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 26 November 1996.

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