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VGM 947S

1978 Suzuki GS1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,945 mi
Last recorded6,945 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2014
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS100036,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGM 947S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2014 6,945 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 6,826 miles

Chain guard missing

Fail 19 May 2010 6,826 miles

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

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Chain guard missing

Pass 2 Feb 2009 6,589 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2009 6,589 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 5,692 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 5,605 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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VGM 947S is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VGM 947S, 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

How do I check the history of VGM 947S?

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What year was VGM 947S registered?

VGM 947S is a 1978 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 5 July 1978.

Is VGM 947S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGM 947S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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