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JGN 938Y

1982 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,653 mi
Last recorded27,653 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GS85038,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGN 938Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 27,653 miles

Fuel Tank Cap Seal Is Showing Signs Of Perishing

Pass 29 Sep 2007 27,645 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 27,645 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 May 2006 27,398 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 27,352 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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JGN 938Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 38,757 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 JGN 938Y, 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 44 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 JGN 938Y?

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What year was JGN 938Y registered?

JGN 938Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 23 August 1982.

Is JGN 938Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGN 938Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JGN 938Y have outstanding finance?

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