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P984 JYB

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,874 mi
Last recorded17,874 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP984 JYB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 17,874 miles

After market exhaust fitted

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Frame starting to corrode

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Mirrors obstruct use of levers slightly

Rear Caliper stabiliser bar locking device missing

Pass 14 Jun 2017 17,549 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play lower shocker bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. out to offside slightly (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 17,547 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play lower shocker bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. out to offside slightly (2.5.1)

Pass 25 May 2016 17,419 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 14,466 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 14,459 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,661 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 10,927 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 8,629 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 7,087 miles

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

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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P984 JYB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P984 JYB, 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 P984 JYB registered?

P984 JYB is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 12 September 1996.

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