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LFR 293W

1996 Suzuki GS850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,626 mi
Last recorded37,626 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1996 Suzuki GS85035,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFR 293W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 37,626 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 37,613 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 73,383 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 37,049 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 36,286 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 35,490 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2006 33,894 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 33,874 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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LFR 293W is a 1996 Suzuki GS850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 35,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LFR 293W, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LFR 293W registered?

LFR 293W is a 1996 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is LFR 293W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFR 293W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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