CarVerify

Free Car Check

KDM 509Y

1982 Suzuki GS650

Silver Petrol 673cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,084 mi
Last recorded18,084 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2021
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GS65029,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDM 509Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2021 18,084 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 17,726 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

custom bike no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 14 May 2019 17,726 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

custom bike no indicators fitted at time of test

Pass 11 May 2018 17,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2017 16,459 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 16,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey exhaust box loose. (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid union hose to master cylinder. (3.2.B1e)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing Split pin missing. (2.3.5a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Brake locking device insecure master cylinder rod lock nut (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Poor running and cuts out.

Side stand bolt loose.

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS650?

Based on 2,448 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
Full Suzuki GS650 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KDM 509Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS650 in Silver with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 29,388 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 GS650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KDM 509Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KDM 509Y?

You can check the full history of KDM 509Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KDM 509Y registered?

KDM 509Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 2 August 1982.

Is KDM 509Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDM 509Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KDM 509Y have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KDM 509Y. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.