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N285 BLV

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

358 mi
Last recorded358 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN285 BLV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 358 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025
Pass 5 Jul 2022

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 443 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 327 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 59 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 22,541 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 20,680 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 20,674 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2011 2,193 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 1,986 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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N285 BLV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N285 BLV, 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 N285 BLV registered?

N285 BLV is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is N285 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N285 BLV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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