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B638 EGF

1985 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,828 mi
Last recorded16,828 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS85040,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB638 EGF
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 16,828 miles

A fair amount of travel on rear brake pedal

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

No main beam warning light

Short rear mud guard

Fail 7 May 2013 16,828 miles

A fair amount of travel on rear brake pedal

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

No main beam warning light

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Short rear mud guard

Pass 11 May 2012 16,697 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 16,697 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No indictors fitted at time of test

Pass 7 May 2010 16,697 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

No indicators fitted date of first use 21/06/1985

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

Fail 30 Apr 2010 16,697 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 16,182 miles

Front side light in headlight not working

No indicators fitted

Pass 2 May 2008 15,442 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 14,715 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 14,114 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,114 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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B638 EGF is a 1985 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 B638 EGF, 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.

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What year was B638 EGF registered?

B638 EGF is a 1985 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 21 June 1985.

Is B638 EGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B638 EGF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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