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F960 CAT

1988 Suzuki GSX1100

Black Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,490 mi
Last recorded44,490 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX110028,506 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF960 CAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 44,490 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 44,406 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 44,406 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 43,879 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 43,864 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 43,633 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 43,633 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 42,918 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 42,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 42,287 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 41,954 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 41,797 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 10 May 2012 41,499 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 41,498 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 14 Jul 2010 41,498 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 40,718 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 40,440 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 1 Jul 2006 39,554 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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F960 CAT is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100 in Black with a 1,135cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F960 CAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F960 CAT registered?

F960 CAT is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 11 November 1988.

Is F960 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F960 CAT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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