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N12 BAN

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,372 mi
Last recorded17,372 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN12 BAN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 17,372 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 15,210 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 13,963 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 12,951 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 12,706 miles

Rear brake performance has only just me the requirements and requires either adjustment or repair

Pass 2 Aug 2019 12,380 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 11,812 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 11,341 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 10,424 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,150 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 4,736 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 4,736 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 655 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 474 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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N12 BAN is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N12 BAN, 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 N12 BAN registered?

N12 BAN is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N12 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N12 BAN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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