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E244 KJU

1988 Suzuki GSX1100

Black Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

27,967 mi
Last recorded27,967 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX110028,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE244 KJU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 27,967 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 27,897 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 27,719 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 27,706 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 27,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 27,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 27,309 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 27,304 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2012 26,806 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2012 26,806 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 24,610 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 23,112 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 23,073 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 20,675 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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E244 KJU is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100 in Black with a 1,135cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 28,506 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 E244 KJU, 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 38 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E244 KJU registered?

E244 KJU is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 29 June 1988.

Is E244 KJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E244 KJU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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