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A399 JSB

1983 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,298 mi
Last recorded93,298 miles
Recorded on31 May 2005
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS85033,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA399 JSB
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2005 93,298 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2005 93,272 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS850?

Based on 6,376 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
373
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 104
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Horn not working 34
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A399 JSB is a 1983 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 33,370 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 GS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A399 JSB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A399 JSB registered?

A399 JSB is a 1983 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A399 JSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A399 JSB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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