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F219 BFL

1989 Suzuki GSXR1100

Black Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

26,527 mi
Last recorded26,527 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GSXR110031,392 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF219 BFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 26,527 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 26,226 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 26,089 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 25,601 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 120/70/17 (5.2.3 (e))

rear shox has reduced damping

Pass 15 Jun 2021 24,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2020 24,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 23,913 miles

after market silencers fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2017 23,718 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 23,430 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front l/h foot peg bent.

Pass 16 Jul 2012 23,399 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

clutch fluid level is low

Fail 16 Jul 2012 23,391 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

clutch fluid level is low

Pass 4 Jun 2010 23,127 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 23,127 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,672 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 22,672 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 21 May 2007 22,158 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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F219 BFL is a 1989 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Black with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GSXR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 31,392 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 F219 BFL, 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 37 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F219 BFL registered?

F219 BFL is a 1989 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 1 March 1989.

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