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PFM 481Y

1983 Suzuki GS650

Silver Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,675 mi
Last recorded35,675 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS65036,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFM 481Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2012 35,675 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 35,666 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 35,010 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2010 35,010 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 34,240 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 33,299 miles

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

N/S Tell Tale Light Inoperative.

Fail 1 Aug 2008 33,299 miles

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

N/S Tell Tale Light Inoperative.

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 32,313 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 31,582 miles

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
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PFM 481Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS650 in Silver with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 36,915 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 PFM 481Y, 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 43 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PFM 481Y registered?

PFM 481Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 1 July 1983.

Is PFM 481Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFM 481Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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