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N228 UPF

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Red Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,753 mi
Last recorded75,753 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN228 UPF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 75,753 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 74,629 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 72,856 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 72,608 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 72,037 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2020 71,147 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 69,107 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 67,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 66,043 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 62,222 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 56,749 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 52,127 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 47,342 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 41,792 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 36,450 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 30,596 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 24,833 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 19,444 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2008 19,444 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 15,372 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 11,488 miles

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

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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N228 UPF is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Red with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N228 UPF, 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 N228 UPF registered?

N228 UPF is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 15 March 1996.

Is N228 UPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N228 UPF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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