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A362 OTP

1983 Suzuki GS650

Black Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

30,396 mi
Last recorded30,396 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS65036,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA362 OTP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 30,396 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play side car wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 30,277 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 30,120 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit Sidecar tyre 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear Tyre 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 29,786 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar tyre low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jun 2022 29,786 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidecar tyre low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 29,020 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front indicator damaged, function not impaired

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 29,020 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached sidecar (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front indicator damaged, function not impaired

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 28,798 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 28,586 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear indicator damaged and has repair to mounting

Pass 20 Aug 2016 27,963 miles

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

Nearside Front Sidecar direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front steering damper has slight movement in bushes

Pass 22 Aug 2015 27,062 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 26,488 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 14 Aug 2014 26,488 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 26,241 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 25,961 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 25,961 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 25,856 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 25,807 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS650?

Based on 2,448 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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A362 OTP is a 1983 Suzuki GS650 in Black with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 36,915 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 GS650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A362 OTP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A362 OTP registered?

A362 OTP is a 1983 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A362 OTP safe to buy?

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