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YDL 855Y

1983 Suzuki GS850

Blue Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

99,477 mi
Last recorded99,477 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 1983 Suzuki GS85033,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDL 855Y
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 99,477 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Sep 2020 99,474 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2018 94,064 miles

Central Front Engine has slight oil leak on cylinder head

Central Front Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust manifold bolt missing and other loose/ cylinder 2 (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 May 2018 94,084 miles

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

Central Front Engine has slight oil leak on cylinder head

Central Front Exhaust slightly loose Exhaust manifold bolt missing and other loose/ cylinder 2 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 90,358 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 88,091 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 88,054 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 88,054 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 87,990 miles

slightly spongy front brake

Fail 13 Jun 2013 87,984 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

slightly spongy front brake

Fail 21 May 2013 87,966 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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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YDL 855Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS850 in Blue with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1983 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 33,370 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 GS850 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 104 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YDL 855Y, 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 43 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 YDL 855Y registered?

YDL 855Y is a 1983 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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