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AUO 261W

1981 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,683 mi
Last recorded54,683 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1981 Suzuki GS85036,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUO 261W
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 54,683 miles

Rear spongy rear brake

no indicators at time of test

no mirrors

Pass 1 Sep 2023 54,675 miles

no indicaters at time of test

no mirriors

Pass 30 Aug 2022 54,626 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 54,503 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 54,402 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2020 54,401 miles

Rear Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 54,182 miles

Various machine corrosion

Fail 19 Aug 2019 54,182 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Various machine corrosion

Pass 15 Aug 2018 54,013 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Various machine corrosion

Pass 24 Aug 2017 53,870 miles

no indicators

no mirrors at time of test

Front Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 53,870 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort poor brake no resere presure (3.3.A1c)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

no indicators

no mirrors at time of test

Pass 10 Aug 2016 53,799 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

no indicators at time of test

no mirrors

rev conter drive

seat poor

Fail 9 Aug 2016 53,799 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

no indicators at time of test

no mirrors

rev conter drive

seat poor

Pass 7 Aug 2015 52,589 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 52,502 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 52,502 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 52,420 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 52,163 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

no indicators at time of test

no mirrors at time of test

Pass 18 Jun 2008 51,997 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 51,882 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 51,538 miles

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

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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AUO 261W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AUO 261W, 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

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What year was AUO 261W registered?

AUO 261W is a 1981 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is AUO 261W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AUO 261W shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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