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N306 BKE

1996 Suzuki GSF1200

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

24,926 mi
Last recorded24,926 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSF120025,967 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN306 BKE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSF1200
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 24,926 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn rotor bobbins (3.2.A1l)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 24,907 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn rotor bobbins (3.2.A1l)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 24,820 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 24,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 May 2013 24,611 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

o/s bar end loose

Fail 31 May 2013 24,611 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

o/s bar end loose

Pass 22 May 2012 24,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

o/s bar end loose

o/s lever bent

Fail 22 May 2012 24,440 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

o/s bar end loose

o/s lever bent

Pass 8 Oct 2010 26,964 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 23,522 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 23,267 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 23,263 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 May 2007 22,698 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 22,248 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 22,222 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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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N306 BKE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200 in Black 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 N306 BKE, 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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N306 BKE is a 1996 Suzuki GSF1200, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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