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CAH 815T

1978 Suzuki GS1000E

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,339 mi
Last recorded1,339 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2011
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS1000E40,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAH 815T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000E
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2011 1,339 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 1,073 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 987 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 987 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Front Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 17 May 2007 434 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 434 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front tyre perished keep a regular check on tyre condittion (advisory only) recomend tyre be replaced before condittion gets any worse

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS1000E?

Based on 2,962 MOT tests across 592 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
364
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
592
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 19
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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CAH 815T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000E in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS1000E models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 40,528 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 GS1000E fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAH 815T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS1000E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GS1000E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAH 815T registered?

CAH 815T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000E, first registered on 26 September 1978.

Is CAH 815T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAH 815T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAH 815T have outstanding finance?

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