CarVerify

Free Car Check

YFJ 971S

1978 Suzuki Gs

Black Petrol 750cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,709 mi
Last recorded2,709 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 Suzuki Gs39,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFJ 971S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGs
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2021 2,709 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front no front mud guard at time of test

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
Full Suzuki Gs reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YFJ 971S is a 1978 Suzuki Gs in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 39,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YFJ 971S, 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 48 years old, this Suzuki Gs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YFJ 971S?

You can check the full history of YFJ 971S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YFJ 971S registered?

YFJ 971S is a 1978 Suzuki Gs, first registered on 12 June 1978.

Is YFJ 971S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFJ 971S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YFJ 971S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YFJ 971S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.