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ASW 977W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Blue Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,647 mi
Last recorded52,647 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2011
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASW 977W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2011 52,647 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 52,624 miles

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

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

Fail 16 May 2008 52,303 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 May 2008 52,303 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 52,234 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2006 50,741 miles

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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ASW 977W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Blue with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 36,638 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 ASW 977W, 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 45 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ASW 977W?

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What year was ASW 977W registered?

ASW 977W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ASW 977W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASW 977W shows 6 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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