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N186 JWX

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,723 mi
Last recorded28,723 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN186 JWX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 28,723 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 28,723 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 28,604 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at down pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 28,413 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 28,169 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 27,997 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 27,997 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 27,474 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 27,045 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 26,822 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 26,318 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 26,058 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 25,393 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 25,017 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 25,017 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 24,781 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 24,484 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 23,793 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 23,479 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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N186 JWX is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 N186 JWX, 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 N186 JWX registered?

N186 JWX is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N186 JWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N186 JWX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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