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P42 CTO

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Blue Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,137 mi
Last recorded32,137 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP42 CTO
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 32,137 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 32,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

light mist of oil on front fork seals

Pass 22 May 2019 32,113 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 31,945 miles

front tyre on limit

Pass 24 May 2017 31,896 miles

both tyres on limit

chain worn

front brake pads low

o/s flasher fast

reg plate insecure

Pass 28 May 2015 31,347 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2014 30,484 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 29,379 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 29,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2011 29,316 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Jan 2010 28,292 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 27,281 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 26,767 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 25,014 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 24,995 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf 1200 V?

Based on 1,090 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
610
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
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P42 CTO is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Blue with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 21,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsf 1200 V fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P42 CTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf 1200 V typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsf 1200 V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P42 CTO registered?

P42 CTO is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 16 September 1996.

Is P42 CTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P42 CTO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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