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C509 SAY

1985 Suzuki GSX1100

Black Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,974 mi
Last recorded34,974 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GSX110029,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC509 SAY
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 34,974 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 May 2017 34,969 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 34,961 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Fail 22 May 2014 34,719 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 20 Jul 2013 34,405 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

n/s rear side light not working.

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 21 Jan 2012 33,590 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 33,543 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 33,276 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 33,259 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 33,030 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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C509 SAY is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100 in Black with a 1,135cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C509 SAY, 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 C509 SAY registered?

C509 SAY is a 1985 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 27 September 1985.

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