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KTA 970V

1998 Suzuki GS1000E

Grey Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

582 mi
Last recorded582 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTA 970V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000E
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2010 582 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 15 Sep 2010 582 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 50,916 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 50,887 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS1000E?

Based on 2,962 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
364
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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KTA 970V is a 1998 Suzuki GS1000E in Grey with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS1000E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KTA 970V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS1000E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GS1000E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KTA 970V registered?

KTA 970V is a 1998 Suzuki GS1000E, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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