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N291 FKJ

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,627 mi
Last recorded94,627 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN291 FKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Dec 2025 94,627 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear brake lamp switch fault (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2024 92,837 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 90,920 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2023 90,920 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 90,386 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 90,386 miles

Nearside Front Lower Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose Mounting bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose Mounting bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 40,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2020 40,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 40,418 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 39,910 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 39,273 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 38,372 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 37,615 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 37,023 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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N291 FKJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N291 FKJ, 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 N291 FKJ registered?

N291 FKJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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