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YAA 662V

1980 Suzuki Gs

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

42,872 mi
Last recorded42,872 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 Suzuki Gs31,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAA 662V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 42,872 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 42,841 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear brake lever pivot (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak on l/h side of engine

Pass 31 Jul 2020 41,354 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 41,173 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 39,535 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 64,774 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2018 64,774 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 64,678 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 64,678 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 64,678 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak DRIVE SPROCKET SIDE ()

Pass 2 Jul 2015 64,432 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 64,254 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 64,254 miles

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 63,865 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 63,429 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Jun 2009 63,429 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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YAA 662V is a 1980 Suzuki Gs in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 31,542 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 YAA 662V, 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 46 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 YAA 662V registered?

YAA 662V is a 1980 Suzuki Gs, first registered on 11 February 1980.

Is YAA 662V safe to buy?

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