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K551 GKW

1993 Suzuki Gsxf

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,418 mi
Last recorded37,418 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2012
Typical for 1993 Suzuki Gsxf28,979 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK551 GKW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxf
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,418 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 27 Mar 2012 37,418 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 32,399 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2011 32,399 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 29,364 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 28,979 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 26,690 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 22,864 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 21,441 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxf?

Based on 2,341 MOT tests across 269 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 41
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
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K551 GKW is a 1993 Suzuki Gsxf in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1993 Suzuki Gsxf models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 28,979 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxf fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K551 GKW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Suzuki Gsxf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K551 GKW registered?

K551 GKW is a 1993 Suzuki Gsxf, first registered on 19 March 1993.

Is K551 GKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K551 GKW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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