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LKJ 282V

1979 Suzuki GS850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,062 mi
Last recorded6,062 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1979 Suzuki GS85038,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKJ 282V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2012 6,062 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 2,664 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 951 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 97,361 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight binding to rear brake

Pass 22 Sep 2005 97,275 miles

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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LKJ 282V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 38,617 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 LKJ 282V, 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 47 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LKJ 282V registered?

LKJ 282V is a 1979 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 22 October 1979.

Is LKJ 282V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKJ 282V 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.

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