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BEW 45T

1997 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,646 mi
Last recorded75,646 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki GS85028,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEW 45T
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 75,646 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 73,241 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

cracking on side wall of rear tyre

Pass 15 Nov 2014 73,241 miles

cracking on side wall of rear tyre

Pass 30 Sep 2013 70,903 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 69,590 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 69,590 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 69,560 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 67,857 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 66,257 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 66,189 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 13 Feb 2008 66,172 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 64,847 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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BEW 45T is a 1997 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 28,750 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 BEW 45T, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BEW 45T registered?

BEW 45T is a 1997 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is BEW 45T safe to buy?

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