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AVB 584V

1980 Suzuki GS250

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS25029,401 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVB 584V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2021

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Direction wrong (5.2.3 (i))

Front Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) Locking device (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Handlebar retaining device missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlight beam switch main beam is high and high beam is main

Lower Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Dec 2019

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working no switch fitted to rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Engine mounting/bracket missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2018
Pass 3 Aug 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear No rear suspension was fitted at the time of the test.

front suspension travel is less than a standard set up travel would be probably due to having too much fork oil in the fork legs.

no direction indicators were fitted at the time of the test.

Fail 3 Aug 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high headlamp body was 90 degrees out,this has been rectified. (1.6)

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Rear No rear suspension was fitted at the time of the test.

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background A standard sized yellow and black number plate was fitted during the test as the one presented was black and silver classic style. (6.3.2a)

front suspension travel is less than a standard set up travel would be probably due to having too much fork oil in the fork legs.

no direction indicators were fitted at the time of the test.

Pass 27 Jul 2006 920 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS250?

Based on 1,187 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
Drive chain excessively loose 11
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AVB 584V is a 1980 Suzuki GS250 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 29,401 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 GS250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVB 584V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Suzuki GS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AVB 584V registered?

AVB 584V is a 1980 Suzuki GS250, first registered on 17 April 1980.

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