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AOY 878S

1978 Suzuki GS750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,685 mi
Last recorded73,685 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2007
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS75039,801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOY 878S
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS750
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2007 73,685 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 73,685 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 67,226 miles

front tyre pressure low headlamp reflector slighty tarnished

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS750?

Based on 3,227 MOT tests across 626 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
331
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
626
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Horn not working 16
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AOY 878S is a 1978 Suzuki GS750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 39,801 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 GS750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AOY 878S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS750 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AOY 878S?

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What year was AOY 878S registered?

AOY 878S is a 1978 Suzuki GS750, first registered on 22 July 1978.

Is AOY 878S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOY 878S shows 3 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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