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J987 DAB

1991 Suzuki GSXR1100

Red Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,130 mi
Last recorded11,130 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Suzuki GSXR110029,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ987 DAB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSXR1100
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 11,130 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 11,048 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 10,984 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 10,892 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 10,625 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 10,618 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases o/s and n/s joint at collector box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 10,426 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (6.1.2 (a))

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

chain slightly brushing exhaust

Pass 3 Jul 2015 10,358 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 10,076 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 9,593 miles

Nearside Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 9,404 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2010 9,212 miles

side stand loose

Pass 4 Jul 2009 9,035 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 8,948 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 8,815 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 8,643 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSXR1100?

Based on 19,349 MOT tests across 2,831 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,831
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 206
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 205
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 197
reflector on motorcycle missing 180
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 123
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J987 DAB is a 1991 Suzuki GSXR1100 in Red with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki GSXR1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 29,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSXR1100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 206 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J987 DAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSXR1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki GSXR1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J987 DAB registered?

J987 DAB is a 1991 Suzuki GSXR1100, first registered on 1 December 1991.

Is J987 DAB safe to buy?

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