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B420 HFE

1985 Suzuki GSX1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,863 mi
Last recorded64,863 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX110029,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB420 HFE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 64,863 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 64,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 64,614 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 63,970 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 63,964 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 63,961 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 63,955 miles

Gradient brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.D1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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B420 HFE is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B420 HFE, 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 B420 HFE registered?

B420 HFE is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B420 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B420 HFE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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