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P446 RUL

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

35,092 mi
Last recorded35,092 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP446 RUL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 35,092 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 35,092 miles

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

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 35,087 miles

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

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar both (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 31,645 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 31,299 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 30,372 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 28,543 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 26,353 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 24,724 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 24,723 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 23,741 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 21,102 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 20,395 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 15 Aug 2008 19,485 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 19,485 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 19,092 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 19,090 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 18,019 miles

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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P446 RUL is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P446 RUL, 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.

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P446 RUL is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 26 September 1996.

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