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YFJ 844X

1982 Suzuki GS650

Brown Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,978 mi
Last recorded33,978 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 1982 Suzuki GS65029,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFJ 844X
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2011 33,978 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2011 33,978 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 32,155 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

slightly stiff rear shocks

Fail 1 Nov 2010 32,155 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

slightly stiff rear shocks

Pass 1 Oct 2009 30,510 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 29,202 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 26,687 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 26,677 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 24,495 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS650?

Based on 2,448 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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YFJ 844X is a 1982 Suzuki GS650 in Brown with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Suzuki GS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 29,388 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 GS650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YFJ 844X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YFJ 844X registered?

YFJ 844X is a 1982 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is YFJ 844X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFJ 844X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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