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F960 MRX

1988 Suzuki GS450

White Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,703 mi
Last recorded43,703 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2009
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS45031,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF960 MRX
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2009 43,703 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 43,407 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 43,221 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 40,483 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Apr 2006 40,473 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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F960 MRX is a 1988 Suzuki GS450 in White with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 F960 MRX, 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

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What year was F960 MRX registered?

F960 MRX is a 1988 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 1 December 1988.

Is F960 MRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F960 MRX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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