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M156 SKR

1995 Suzuki Gsf

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

76,892 mi
Last recorded76,892 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 1995 Suzuki Gsf35,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM156 SKR
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsf
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 76,892 miles

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

Number plate light not fitted

Fail 31 Aug 2017 76,892 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Number plate light not fitted

Rear Outer Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 73,651 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 71,238 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 70,156 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 69,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 69,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 68,131 miles

rear tyre on wear limit

Pass 3 Jun 2010 66,863 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 65,148 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 20 May 2009 65,131 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2008 63,853 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 May 2008 63,853 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 57,799 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 57,795 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 5 May 2006 54,390 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 5 May 2006 54,390 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsf?

Based on 7,518 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
996
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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M156 SKR is a 1995 Suzuki Gsf in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki Gsf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 35,760 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 Gsf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M156 SKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Suzuki Gsf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M156 SKR registered?

M156 SKR is a 1995 Suzuki Gsf, first registered on 23 May 1995.

Is M156 SKR safe to buy?

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