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N170 JLH

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,011 mi
Last recorded16,011 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 JLH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 16,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2015 10,555 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2015 10,555 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 May 2014 10,417 miles

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

slight tight spots in drive chain

Pass 21 May 2012 10,291 miles

slight tight spots in drive chain

Pass 14 May 2010 10,246 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 10,066 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 9,351 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 9,351 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 8,093 miles

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

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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N170 JLH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black 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 N170 JLH, 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 N170 JLH registered?

N170 JLH is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N170 JLH safe to buy?

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