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C345 DME

1985 Suzuki GS850

Red Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,233 mi
Last recorded43,233 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS85040,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC345 DME
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 43,233 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 43,233 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 42,723 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 May 2015 42,715 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 41,459 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 41,457 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 40,345 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 40,329 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 39,746 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 39,065 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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C345 DME is a 1985 Suzuki GS850 in Red with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 C345 DME, 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

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What year was C345 DME registered?

C345 DME is a 1985 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 7 August 1985.

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