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F102 ETH

1989 Suzuki Gsx

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,526 mi
Last recorded42,526 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Gsx33,732 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF102 ETH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 42,526 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 42,275 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 42,267 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Front Brake component is slightly corroded Brake pads (3.1.5)

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified Fairing (6.1.1b)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. Shock absorber (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Oil cooler pipe rubbing on exhaust downpipe

Fail 7 Jul 2015 41,605 miles

DAYTIME MOT

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

NO FRONT FAIRING FITTED. FAIRING ARMS EXPOSED

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

STEERING DAMPER LOOSE

Pass 7 Jul 2015 41,605 miles

DAYTIME MOT

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

NO FRONT FAIRING FITTED. FAIRING ARMS EXPOSED

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

STEERING DAMPER LOOSE

Pass 7 Jul 2014 40,566 miles

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Jun 2014 40,535 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Jun 2013 39,525 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 24 Jun 2013 39,525 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 38,430 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,143 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 37,124 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 35,423 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 35,091 miles

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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F102 ETH is a 1989 Suzuki Gsx in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 33,732 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 F102 ETH, 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 37 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F102 ETH registered?

F102 ETH is a 1989 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 7 March 1989.

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