CarVerify

Free Car Check

B414 DUH

1985 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,775 mi
Last recorded10,775 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS85040,725 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

RegistrationB414 DUH
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 10,775 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 10,775 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 10,322 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 9,496 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2012 9,377 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

tyre pressure front

Fail 29 Sep 2012 9,377 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Horn not working (1.7.3a)

tyre pressure front

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
Full Suzuki GS850 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

B414 DUH is a 1985 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 40,725 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 B414 DUH, 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 41 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 B414 DUH?

You can check the full history of B414 DUH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B414 DUH registered?

B414 DUH is a 1985 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 16 July 1985.

Is B414 DUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for B414 DUH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B414 DUH 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 B414 DUH. 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.