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ESR 812W

1980 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,003 mi
Last recorded40,003 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS85037,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESR 812W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 40,003 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 May 2019 40,003 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 39,583 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 39,583 miles

Rear Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. swinging link (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 39,051 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 39,035 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS850?

Based on 6,376 MOT tests across 1,024 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
373
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,024
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 104
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 88
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
Horn not working 34
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ESR 812W is a 1980 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 37,742 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 GS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESR 812W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS850 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESR 812W?

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What year was ESR 812W registered?

ESR 812W is a 1980 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 26 August 1980.

Is ESR 812W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESR 812W shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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