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N120 SFL

1996 Suzuki GSX1100F

Black Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

50,536 mi
Last recorded50,536 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F25,911 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN120 SFL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100F
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 50,536 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 48,839 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 45,319 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 42,680 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 38,029 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower link has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 37,605 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2016 37,561 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Mar 2016 37,543 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2015 37,513 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 28 Mar 2015 37,491 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 38,799 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 36,119 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 35,804 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 35,782 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Mar 2011 34,984 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2010 33,741 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 33,741 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 32,303 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 29,961 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 31 Mar 2008 29,961 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Mar 2007 28,254 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 30 Mar 2007 28,234 miles

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

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 25,407 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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N120 SFL is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F in Black with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 25,911 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 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 N120 SFL, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N120 SFL is a 1996 Suzuki GSX1100F, first registered on 2 February 1996.

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