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B16 EFE

1985 Suzuki GSX1100

Red Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,272 mi
Last recorded27,272 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX110029,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 EFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 27,272 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023
Fail 7 Aug 2023

Stop lamp not working both levers (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 25,272 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 25,272 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 25,272 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 25,272 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 25,272 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 25,272 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 25,272 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1100?

Based on 7,033 MOT tests across 1,131 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
441
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
1,131
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 65
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 53
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 46
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 31
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B16 EFE is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100 in Red with a 1,135cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 29,863 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 GSX1100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B16 EFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B16 EFE registered?

B16 EFE is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B16 EFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 EFE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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