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ALG 533W

1981 Suzuki GS1000

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,840 mi
Last recorded40,840 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS100026,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALG 533W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 40,840 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 40,615 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2019 40,615 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2016 39,721 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 38,930 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 37,805 miles

wiring appears to be trapped on bottomfork yoke ,recommend attention.

Pass 22 Mar 2012 36,560 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 32,426 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 29,398 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 27,646 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 27,560 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 May 2008 27,408 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 27,236 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS1000?

Based on 2,108 MOT tests across 373 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
373
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Horn not working 7
Headlamp aim too high 7
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ALG 533W is a 1981 Suzuki GS1000 in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 26,222 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALG 533W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Suzuki GS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ALG 533W registered?

ALG 533W is a 1981 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 11 May 1981.

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