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E831 BGH

1988 Suzuki GSXR1100

Blue Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,654 mi
Last recorded39,654 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSXR110032,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE831 BGH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 39,654 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 39,279 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 38,922 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 38,402 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 37,749 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 36,264 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 35,652 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 35,652 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Nov 2013 35,516 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2010 35,346 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 34,230 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 34,223 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 31 May 2008 32,701 miles

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 May 2008 32,701 miles

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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E831 BGH is a 1988 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Blue with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GSXR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 32,550 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 E831 BGH, 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 38 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E831 BGH registered?

E831 BGH is a 1988 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 1 June 1988.

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