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F509 SLF

1989 Suzuki GSX1100

Black Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,311 mi
Last recorded38,311 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Suzuki GSX110034,654 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF509 SLF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 38,311 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 37,810 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 37,683 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 37,436 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 37,425 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 37,283 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 37,283 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 37,286 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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F509 SLF is a 1989 Suzuki GSX1100 in Black with a 1,135cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 34,654 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 GSX1100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F509 SLF, 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 37 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F509 SLF registered?

F509 SLF is a 1989 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 8 May 1989.

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