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N331 MCL

1996 Suzuki Gsx

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

9,094 mi
Last recorded9,094 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 1996 Suzuki Gsx25,599 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN331 MCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2024 9,094 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2024 9,081 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 8,902 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 8,902 miles

Brake component insecure Front brake hoses clamp not attached to mounting. (1.1.21 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 8,780 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 8,482 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2020 8,482 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 8,462 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 17,734 miles

front tyre cracked and perished on sidewall

Fail 25 May 2012 17,734 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

front tyre cracked and perished on sidewall

Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,984 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 12,848 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 12,239 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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N331 MCL is a 1996 Suzuki Gsx in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 25,599 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 Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N331 MCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 30 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N331 MCL registered?

N331 MCL is a 1996 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N331 MCL safe to buy?

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