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N240 LPV

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Orange Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

43,821 mi
Last recorded43,821 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN240 LPV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 43,821 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 43,821 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 43,711 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 43,391 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 43,391 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 43,247 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 43,114 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2012 43,114 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 42,988 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2010 42,709 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,394 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 May 2008 39,782 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 39,782 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 May 2007 36,674 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 34,862 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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N240 LPV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Orange with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N240 LPV, 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 N240 LPV registered?

N240 LPV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N240 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N240 LPV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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