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GME 89V

1996 Suzuki GSX1100

Black Petrol 1074cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,477 mi
Last recorded64,477 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSX110031,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGME 89V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,074cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 64,477 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 64,122 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 63,101 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 61,601 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 61,373 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2013 60,916 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 59,565 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 58,558 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 May 2010 58,558 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 54,450 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 49,569 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2008 49,569 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 47,571 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 46,806 miles

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

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

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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GME 89V is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100 in Black with a 1,074cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 31,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GME 89V, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GME 89V is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 15 January 1996.

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