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P477 MSX

1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V

Black Petrol 1157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,496 mi
Last recorded20,496 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V21,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP477 MSX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf 1200 V
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,157cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 20,496 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 20,495 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 20,161 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 20,160 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2016 19,560 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 17,312 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 15,195 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

chaingaurd missing

Pass 4 May 2013 14,394 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 13,483 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 12,962 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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P477 MSX is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V in Black with a 1,157cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P477 MSX, 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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What year was P477 MSX registered?

P477 MSX is a 1996 Suzuki Gsf 1200 V, first registered on 3 December 1996.

Is P477 MSX safe to buy?

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