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FFL 255V

1997 Suzuki Gs

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

57,312 mi
Last recorded57,312 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Suzuki Gs31,150 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFL 255V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 57,312 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 57,312 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak ns fork leg leaking excessively and contaminating brake caliper (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Brake component insecure brake master cylinder insecure on handlebar (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure left hand switch block insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Mudguard insecure front mudguard missing,allowing brakr pipes to catch on tyre ()

clutch does not disengage

indicators causing opposite indicator to light dimly at the same flash rate

Pass 20 Jun 2017 56,867 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2017 56,867 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 56,854 miles

rear brake pedal stiff

Pass 5 Sep 2013 55,881 miles

front brake light in/opp

Pass 30 Aug 2012

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

Fail 29 Aug 2012 54,149 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2011 53,129 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 53,129 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 51,468 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 51,468 miles

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

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 9 Dec 2006 51,356 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 48,110 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

all indicators covered over

Fail 24 Jan 2006 48,110 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

all indicator lamps covered over

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs?

Based on 4,277 MOT tests across 689 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
479
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
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FFL 255V is a 1997 Suzuki Gs in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 31,150 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 Gs fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FFL 255V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FFL 255V registered?

FFL 255V is a 1997 Suzuki Gs, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is FFL 255V safe to buy?

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