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RTY 456Y

1982 Suzuki GS850

Red Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,884 mi
Last recorded59,884 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GS85038,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTY 456Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 59,884 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 59,834 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 59,785 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 59,669 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm showing signs of corosion (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 59,669 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. swing arm showing signs of corosion (2.4.A.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 59,159 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 59,153 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 58,912 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 57,066 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 57,032 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 56,647 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2005 56,245 miles

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

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

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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RTY 456Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS850 in Red with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 38,757 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 RTY 456Y, 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 44 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 RTY 456Y registered?

RTY 456Y is a 1982 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 4 September 1982.

Is RTY 456Y safe to buy?

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