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A5 VNO

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,059 mi
Last recorded18,059 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 VNO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 18,059 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 17,245 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 15,968 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

bolt missing from exhaust.

exhaust fouling on swinging arm slighty.

Pass 17 May 2014 9,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 9,522 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 8,367 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 8,326 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 5,295 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 5,252 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 4,309 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 3,639 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 3,141 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 24,437 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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A5 VNO is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A5 VNO, 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 A5 VNO registered?

A5 VNO is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is A5 VNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 VNO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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