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BEA 696T

1978 Suzuki GS750

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

53,048 mi
Last recorded53,048 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 1978 Suzuki GS75039,801 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEA 696T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS750
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2012 53,048 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Chain guard missing

Pass 20 Aug 2011 50,037 miles

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 47,136 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2009 47,070 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 46,308 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 45,281 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 8 Jun 2007 45,281 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 44,926 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005 44,032 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 44,032 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS750?

Based on 3,227 MOT tests across 626 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
331
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
626
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 48
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 45
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 22
Horn not working 16
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BEA 696T is a 1978 Suzuki GS750 in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 Suzuki GS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 39,801 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 GS750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 48 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BEA 696T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS750 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Suzuki GS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BEA 696T registered?

BEA 696T is a 1978 Suzuki GS750, first registered on 19 September 1978.

Is BEA 696T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEA 696T shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BEA 696T have outstanding finance?

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