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F270 JKP

1989 Suzuki Gsx

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18 mi
Last recorded18 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Gsx33,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF270 JKP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 18 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 76,287 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 75,195 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 73,945 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 73,945 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Offside Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 73,467 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 69,336 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 64,680 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 64,680 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2009 56,377 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 52,448 miles

exhaust systems damaged

fuel tank damaged

near side fairing damaged

off side fairing damaged

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 52,419 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exhaust systems damaged

fuel tank damaged

near side fairing damaged

off side fairing damaged

Pass 9 Sep 2007 50,159 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 41,007 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

brake discs fitted to front not a matched pair

rear brake pads low

rear sprocket worn

Pass 16 Jun 2005 38,442 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
Full Suzuki Gsx reliability report

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F270 JKP is a 1989 Suzuki Gsx in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F270 JKP, 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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F270 JKP is a 1989 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 13 June 1989.

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