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XCA 801W

1981 Suzuki GSX1100

Blue Petrol 1075cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,277 mi
Last recorded46,277 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GSX110029,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCA 801W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,075cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 46,277 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 42,960 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 40,588 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 38,894 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 36,428 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 35,198 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 34,755 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 32,694 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 32,294 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Upper Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2017 30,039 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Rubbers (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Apr 2017 30,039 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Rubbers (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 28,708 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 28,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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XCA 801W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX1100 in Blue with a 1,075cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GSX1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 29,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XCA 801W, 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 45 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XCA 801W registered?

XCA 801W is a 1981 Suzuki GSX1100, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is XCA 801W safe to buy?

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