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E850 WAW

1988 Suzuki Gsxr

Multi-colour Petrol 1052cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,125 mi
Last recorded34,125 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Gsxr26,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE850 WAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr
Year1988
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,052cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 34,125 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 34,032 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2024 33,709 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 33,582 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 33,325 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 33,203 miles

Front Brake fittings aluminium

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 33,057 miles

Front brake fittings aluminium

Pass 25 Mar 2019 32,819 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 32,360 miles

Slight knock from offside front fork when depressed.

Pass 14 May 2016 32,164 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 31,812 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2014 31,796 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 31,629 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 31,159 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 30,819 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 30,319 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 29,838 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 29,127 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 29,127 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 27,879 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr?

Based on 32,177 MOT tests across 4,401 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
823
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
4,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 258
reflector on motorcycle missing 251
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 118
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E850 WAW is a 1988 Suzuki Gsxr in Multi-colour with a 1,052cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Gsxr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 26,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E850 WAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E850 WAW registered?

E850 WAW is a 1988 Suzuki Gsxr, first registered on 20 January 1988.

Is E850 WAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E850 WAW shows 20 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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