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MKW 826W

1982 Suzuki GSX1100

Silver Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,496 mi
Last recorded10,496 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GSX110035,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 826W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 10,496 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 10,496 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 10,496 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 10,189 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 10,189 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 10,189 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 10,189 miles

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

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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MKW 826W is a 1982 Suzuki GSX1100 in Silver with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 35,451 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 GSX1100 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MKW 826W, 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 44 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MKW 826W registered?

MKW 826W is a 1982 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is MKW 826W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKW 826W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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