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E541 JLU

1988 Suzuki GS450

White Petrol 448cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,950 mi
Last recorded40,950 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 1988 Suzuki GS45031,943 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE541 JLU
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine448cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2010 40,950 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 40,950 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 40,906 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 40,819 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 40,817 miles

front brakes dragging slightly suggest early attention

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS450?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 9
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E541 JLU is a 1988 Suzuki GS450 in White with a 448cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 31,943 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 GS450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E541 JLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS450 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 38 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E541 JLU?

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What year was E541 JLU registered?

E541 JLU is a 1988 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 22 April 1988.

Is E541 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E541 JLU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E541 JLU have outstanding finance?

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