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F98 NLP

1988 Suzuki GSX1100

Black Petrol 1135cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

20,633 mi
Last recorded20,633 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GSX110028,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF98 NLP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,135cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 20,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 20,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect Too small (0.1 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 20,365 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 20,365 miles

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 19,952 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 63,337 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 62,834 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 62,834 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 62,138 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 61,175 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 60,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 60,442 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 59,955 miles

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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F98 NLP is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100 in Black with a 1,135cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 F98 NLP, 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.

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What year was F98 NLP registered?

F98 NLP is a 1988 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 8 September 1988.

Is F98 NLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F98 NLP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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