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N297 OTL

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Maroon Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

6,094 mi
Last recorded6,094 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN297 OTL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 6,094 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2017 6,054 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2017 6,054 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 May 2016 6,015 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2016 6,015 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Rear Footrest missing both (6.2.1a)

Fail 9 Apr 2015 5,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 5,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 5,944 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 5,871 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 5,780 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 5,622 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 4,932 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 3,468 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 3,413 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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N297 OTL is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Maroon with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N297 OTL, 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 N297 OTL registered?

N297 OTL is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N297 OTL safe to buy?

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