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RKC 410T

1978 Suzuki GS1000

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,520 mi
Last recorded37,520 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS100036,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKC 410T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Aug 2016 37,520 miles

Footrest missing Rear pilion footrests (6.2.1a)

Fuel system component insecure Fuel tank (7.2.1b)

Fuel system component leaking Carbs leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Lower Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Engine mounting bolt missing. (6.2.1h)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Steering damper in such a condition that the steering action is impaired. (2.1.2d)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Slight bind front brake

Rear Rear tyre sidewalls perished.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 37,227 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2013 37,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 37,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 36,549 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 36,549 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 35,416 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 35,416 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 40,900 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 40,900 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b) DANGEROUS

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

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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RKC 410T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 36,549 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 GS1000 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RKC 410T, 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 48 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 RKC 410T registered?

RKC 410T is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 27 October 1978.

Is RKC 410T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKC 410T shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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