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CPP 980T

1978 Suzuki GS1000E

Gold Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,609 mi
Last recorded29,609 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
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

RegistrationCPP 980T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000E
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 29,609 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 29,550 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 29,409 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 27,866 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 22,185 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 22,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 19,857 miles

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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CPP 980T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000E in Gold with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CPP 980T, 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

How do I check the history of CPP 980T?

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What year was CPP 980T registered?

CPP 980T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000E, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is CPP 980T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPP 980T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CPP 980T have outstanding finance?

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