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DYD 448T

1978 Suzuki GS1000

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

838 mi
Last recorded838 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS100036,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYD 448T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 838 miles

Front FRONT MUDGUARD MISSING

TESTED WITH NO LIGHTING EQUIPMENT (DAYTIME MOT)

Fail 26 Jan 2021 838 miles

Brake performance not tested FRONT AND REAR DISCS COVERED IN OIL (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel OS DISC SATURATED IN OIL (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged BRAKE PIPE INSECURE RUBBING AGAINST THE FRONT TYRE (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Front Steering linkage locking device missing SPLIT PIN MISSING FROM FRONT WHEEL SPINDLE (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Brake caliper insecure MOUNTING BOLTS UNDONE (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Forks insecure LOCKNUT UNDONE (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak SEAL REPLACED WITH COTTON WOOL (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake cylinder insecure MOUNTING BOLTS UNDONE (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel BRAKE DISC SATURATED IN OIL (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected THROTTLE CABLE INSECURE (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected DISC SATURATED IN OIL (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

TESTED WITH NO LIGHTING EQUIPMENT (DAYTIME MOT)

Front FRONT MUDGUARD MISSING

Nearside Front ENGINE GENERATOR CASING LEAKING OIL BADLY FIXING BOLTS LOOSE AND MISSING

Pass 17 Jul 2016 1,846 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2015 1,794 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 1,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 1,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 283 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 283 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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DYD 448T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000 in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DYD 448T, 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 DYD 448T registered?

DYD 448T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 4 August 1978.

Is DYD 448T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYD 448T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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