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E109 PFV

1998 Suzuki GSXR1100

Yellow Petrol 1047cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

30,680 mi
Last recorded30,680 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GSXR110029,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE109 PFV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,047cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 30,680 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 30,366 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

handle bar conversion to high rise bars , cables and brake and clutch lines re-routed around head stock

Pass 9 Aug 2013 30,366 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

handle bar conversion to high rise bars , cables and brake and clutch lines re-routed around head stock

Pass 23 Jul 2011 29,887 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 29,195 miles

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebars creak but are secure

horn changes note when headlamps switched on

no front postion lamps fitted.

rear grab rail has movement when held

Fail 3 Jul 2010 29,195 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Front Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebars creak but are secure

horn changes note when headlamps switched on

no front postion lamps fitted.

rear grab rail has movement when held

Pass 21 May 2009 28,946 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 28,943 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Fail 7 May 2009 28,943 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 28,010 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 25,661 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 25,661 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1100?

Based on 19,349 MOT tests across 2,831 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,831
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
reflector on motorcycle missing 180
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 123
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E109 PFV is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Yellow with a 1,047cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 29,871 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 GSXR1100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E109 PFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E109 PFV is a 1998 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 21 August 1998.

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