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OTU 637Y

1983 Suzuki GS1000

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,438 mi
Last recorded49,438 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS100043,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTU 637Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 49,438 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 49,051 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 48,907 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 48,596 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 48,574 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 48,117 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 48,117 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 47,657 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 46,106 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 44,772 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Swing arm bearings have slight play.

Pass 11 Jun 2009 43,514 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 42,812 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 42,695 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS1000?

Based on 2,108 MOT tests across 373 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
373
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Horn not working 7
Headlamp aim too high 7
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OTU 637Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS1000 in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 43,526 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OTU 637Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Suzuki GS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTU 637Y registered?

OTU 637Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 3 June 1983.

Is OTU 637Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTU 637Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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