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BWY 519S

1978 Suzuki GS1000

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,878 mi
Last recorded13,878 miles
Recorded on20 May 2010
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS100036,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWY 519S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2010 13,878 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 13,478 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 13,478 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 12,930 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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BWY 519S is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BWY 519S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BWY 519S?

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What year was BWY 519S registered?

BWY 519S is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BWY 519S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWY 519S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWY 519S have outstanding finance?

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