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A611 NDV

1984 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

45,309 mi
Last recorded45,309 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 Suzuki GS85039,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA611 NDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 45,309 miles

Electrical wiring close to rubbing on prop shaft

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 45,309 miles

Electrical wiring close to rubbing on prop shaft

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 44,780 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 44,780 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Apr 2015 44,603 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 43,992 miles

keep an eye on grease points

Pass 11 Aug 2012 43,265 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 43,261 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)

Fail 17 May 2011 43,099 miles

Brake light does not operate when front brake applied. Doner vehicle registered before 1986 exemption applied.

Front side light not fitted. Doner vehicle has no switch, head lamp on all time.

NSF forward footrest insecure

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

OSF forward footrest missing.

Parking brake not fitted on at least one wheel on a 3 wheeled vehicle (3.1.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 43,099 miles

Brake light does not operate when front brake applied. Doner vehicle registered before 1986 exemption applied.

Front side light not fitted. Doner vehicle has no switch, head lamp on all time.

NSF forward footrest insecure

OSF forward footrest missing.

Pass 14 Jun 2010 42,147 miles

Hand brake is operated by rear service brake

Fail 2 Jun 2010 42,147 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (9.3.1f)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Hand brake is operated by rear service brake

NS exhaust stay loose

Pass 10 Jun 2009 40,767 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 40,753 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 40,541 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2005 29,398 miles

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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A611 NDV is a 1984 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1984 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 39,700 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 A611 NDV, 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 42 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A611 NDV registered?

A611 NDV is a 1984 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 19 March 1984.

Is A611 NDV safe to buy?

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