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D176 VKJ

1996 Suzuki GSX1100

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,533 mi
Last recorded1,533 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSX110031,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD176 VKJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2014 1,533 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 1,531 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2011 1,246 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 1,246 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 2 miles

front brake is slightly binding

Fail 4 Dec 2008 2 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

front brake is slightly binding

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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D176 VKJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100 in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 31,768 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 D176 VKJ, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D176 VKJ registered?

D176 VKJ is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 12 July 1996.

Is D176 VKJ safe to buy?

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