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E488 TKH

1988 Suzuki GSX1100

Red Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,972 mi
Last recorded37,972 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX110028,506 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE488 TKH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 37,972 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 37,666 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 34,827 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 33,525 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 33,419 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 33,286 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 33,058 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 31,669 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 29,434 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 May 2013 29,434 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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E488 TKH is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100 in Red with a 1,135cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E488 TKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E488 TKH registered?

E488 TKH is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is E488 TKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for E488 TKH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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