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F789 ONP

1988 Suzuki Gs

Black Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

52,782 mi
Last recorded52,782 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2013
Typical for 1988 Suzuki Gs32,409 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF789 ONP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2013 52,782 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 52,782 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2012 52,138 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 52,138 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 51,807 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 51,265 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Dec 2009 51,256 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 50,779 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 50,214 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 49,896 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2006 49,896 miles

Centre Front Lower Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Nov 2005 49,406 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2005 49,397 miles

Offside Front Upper Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs?

Based on 4,277 MOT tests across 689 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
479
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
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F789 ONP is a 1988 Suzuki Gs in Black with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 32,409 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 Gs fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F789 ONP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F789 ONP registered?

F789 ONP is a 1988 Suzuki Gs, first registered on 13 October 1988.

Is F789 ONP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F789 ONP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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