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UBV 523X

1982 Suzuki Gs

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

18,834 mi
Last recorded18,834 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1982 Suzuki Gs33,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBV 523X
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 18,834 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 18,783 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 18,312 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 18,312 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 18,079 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 17,010 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2012 16,412 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 16,412 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,930 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 19 Aug 2009 14,925 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2008 14,012 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 12,457 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 11,230 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gs?

Based on 4,277 MOT tests across 689 vehicles.

79.9%
Pass Rate
479
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 60
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 57
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 51
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
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UBV 523X is a 1982 Suzuki Gs in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 33,340 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 Gs fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UBV 523X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 44 years old, this Suzuki Gs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UBV 523X registered?

UBV 523X is a 1982 Suzuki Gs, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is UBV 523X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBV 523X shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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