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F197 NPH

1988 Suzuki GSX1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,718 mi
Last recorded11,718 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX110028,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF197 NPH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 11,718 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 11,632 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 11,496 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 11,462 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 11,443 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 11,423 miles

Front suspension soft in operation

Fail 8 Jun 2021 11,399 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Front suspenion soft in operaion.

Pass 24 May 2019 11,154 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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F197 NPH is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 F197 NPH, 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 F197 NPH registered?

F197 NPH is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is F197 NPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F197 NPH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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