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F700 FFC

1988 Suzuki GS450

White Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,664 mi
Last recorded9,664 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS45031,943 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF700 FFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 9,664 miles

Front brake has slight bind.

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 9,564 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 9,545 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS450?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 9
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F700 FFC is a 1988 Suzuki GS450 in White with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 31,943 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 GS450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F700 FFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS450 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of F700 FFC?

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What year was F700 FFC registered?

F700 FFC is a 1988 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 3 August 1988.

Is F700 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F700 FFC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F700 FFC have outstanding finance?

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