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G421 TBW

1989 Suzuki Gsx

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

50,804 mi
Last recorded50,804 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 1989 Suzuki Gsx33,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG421 TBW
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,804 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 49,570 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 10 Mar 2014 49,564 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 31 Jan 2013 46,597 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2013 46,597 miles

Nearside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 46,351 miles

Drive chain is very dry

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

Front brake operation stiff

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

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

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 46,351 miles

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

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

Drive chain is very dry

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

Front brake operation stiff

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 42,588 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 42,588 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 42,286 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 40,722 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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G421 TBW is a 1989 Suzuki Gsx in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 G421 TBW, 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 G421 TBW registered?

G421 TBW is a 1989 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 15 November 1989.

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