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B959 GWJ

1985 Suzuki GSX1100

Red Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,296 mi
Last recorded21,296 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX110029,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB959 GWJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2024 21,296 miles
Fail 8 May 2024 21,296 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 21,265 miles

No indicators: machine first used before 1 August 1986.

Pass 30 Jun 2020 21,084 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 20,344 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,922 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 18,065 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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B959 GWJ is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100 in Red with a 1,135cc 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 B959 GWJ, 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 B959 GWJ registered?

B959 GWJ is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B959 GWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B959 GWJ 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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