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XVO 456Y

1983 Suzuki GS1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,595 mi
Last recorded36,595 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS100043,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVO 456Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS1000
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 36,595 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 36,565 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 36,561 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,274 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 36,268 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 36,158 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 36,127 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2008 36,116 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2007 36,044 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 35,868 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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XVO 456Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 43,526 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XVO 456Y, 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 43 years old, this Suzuki GS1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XVO 456Y registered?

XVO 456Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS1000, first registered on 13 July 1983.

Is XVO 456Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVO 456Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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