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E866 LLA

1988 Suzuki Gsx

Red Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,419 mi
Last recorded55,419 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Gsx37,843 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE866 LLA
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 55,419 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1 MM (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear tyre starting to crack

Fail 11 Oct 2017 55,419 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1 MM (4.1.3(ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 8 Dec 2016 54,940 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 52,499 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 52,163 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

front brakes draging slightly

nearside foot rest rubber

Pass 20 Jul 2013 52,010 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 52,007 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 51,655 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Throttle cable routed tight

Pass 28 May 2011 51,518 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 50,916 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 50,916 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 50,541 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 5 Sep 2009 50,541 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 49,565 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 48,790 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 47,714 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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E866 LLA is a 1988 Suzuki Gsx in Red with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 37,843 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E866 LLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E866 LLA is a 1988 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 29 July 1988.

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