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F311 MJN

1988 Suzuki GS450

Black Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,894 mi
Last recorded19,894 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS45031,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF311 MJN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 19,894 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 19,894 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 19,427 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS450?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 9
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F311 MJN is a 1988 Suzuki GS450 in Black with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 31,943 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 GS450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F311 MJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS450 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F311 MJN?

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What year was F311 MJN registered?

F311 MJN is a 1988 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 11 October 1988.

Is F311 MJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F311 MJN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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