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M488 VHE

1995 Suzuki GSX1100F

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,603 mi
Last recorded90,603 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Suzuki GSX1100F24,040 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM488 VHE
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100F
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 90,603 miles

Nearside Front brake spring missing

front brake assy catching speedo slightly on full left lock

front side light not working

low reserve travel on front brake

Pass 27 Jul 2024 87,552 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear rear brake fluid level appears low

horn noise level poor but still effective

Pass 3 Feb 2023 87,363 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leaking slightly at header pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot front brake lever notchy to pull (1.1.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to wear marker on outer centre edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect rear shock returns faster than expected but not excessive (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread registration plate starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 83,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leaking at link pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose exhaust bracket/attachment loose - poor fit (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads worn to the limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 79,420 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Indicators not fitted at time of test

Pass 3 May 2019 70,244 miles

Indicators removed and not in use therefore not tested

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 64,545 miles

Drive chain slightly loose drive chain requires tightening (6.2.1d)

Indicators removed - not fitted

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion fork seal leaking slightly (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 62,664 miles

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

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

Indicators & switch not currently in use (rendered inoperable) therefore not tested

Pass 19 Sep 2014 49,695 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2013 37,628 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

reg plate cracked in upper corner but text clearly visible

Pass 20 Aug 2011 1 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 20,761 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 20,611 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GSX1100F?

Based on 4,401 MOT tests across 590 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
605
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
590
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 77
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 74
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 55
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 46
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M488 VHE is a 1995 Suzuki GSX1100F in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Suzuki GSX1100F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 24,040 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GSX1100F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M488 VHE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GSX1100F typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 31 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M488 VHE is a 1995 Suzuki GSX1100F, first registered on 28 March 1995.

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