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BGO 459S

1978 Suzuki GS1000

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,107 mi
Last recorded53,107 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS100036,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGO 459S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2018 53,107 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 52,658 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 52,459 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 52,104 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 51,347 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

HEADLIGHT ADJUSTED AT TEST

VERY SLIGHT BIND ON REAR BRAKE

Pass 25 Aug 2009 49,922 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 49,573 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 49,238 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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BGO 459S is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000 in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 36,549 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 BGO 459S, 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 48 years old, this Suzuki GS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BGO 459S registered?

BGO 459S is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 6 April 1978.

Is BGO 459S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGO 459S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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