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E970 BPN

1987 Suzuki GSX1100F

Blue Petrol 1127cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,869 mi
Last recorded33,869 miles
Recorded on12 May 2007
Typical for 1987 Suzuki GSX1100F38,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE970 BPN
MakeSuzuki
ModelGSX1100F
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,127cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2007 33,869 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 33,869 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 31,156 miles

Nearside Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Offside Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Rear Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Fail 6 May 2006 30,974 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front mudguard can easily contact any fixed point of the motor bicycle. (2.3.7)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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E970 BPN is a 1987 Suzuki GSX1100F in Blue with a 1,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Suzuki GSX1100F models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 38,861 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 E970 BPN, 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 39 years old, this Suzuki GSX1100F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E970 BPN is a 1987 Suzuki GSX1100F, first registered on 9 October 1987.

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