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J48 VAW

1992 Suzuki GSX1100

Silver Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,029 mi
Last recorded29,029 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1992 Suzuki GSX110033,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ48 VAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 29,029 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 28,742 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 28,578 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 28,229 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 27,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 27,878 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 27,595 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 27,322 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 27,179 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Jun 2009 27,179 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2006 26,751 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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J48 VAW is a 1992 Suzuki GSX1100 in Silver with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1992 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 33,690 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 J48 VAW, 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 34 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J48 VAW registered?

J48 VAW is a 1992 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 2 April 1992.

Is J48 VAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J48 VAW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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