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C47 FAF

1985 Suzuki VS750

Maroon Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,130 mi
Last recorded19,130 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Suzuki VS75029,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC47 FAF
MakeSuzuki
ModelVS750
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 19,130 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 18,287 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 18,042 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 18,042 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 18,017 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 18,001 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 17,953 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 17,789 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 17,702 miles

slight exhaust blow

Pass 21 Feb 2015 17,695 miles

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

headlamp taped

Pass 28 Feb 2014 17,664 miles

headlamp taped

Pass 22 Feb 2013 17,640 miles

front tyre perished

headlamp lens taped to make flat line

nearside front foot peg bent

offside exhaust slight leak

offside rear indicators loose

rear indicators taped

Pass 27 Jan 2012 17,559 miles

Front tyre perished.

Head light tapped to produce a flat beam image.

N/S Foot peg slightly bent.

O/s/r indicator loose but not insecure.

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

Rear indicators repaired with tape.

Pass 25 Feb 2011 17,346 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 17,320 miles

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

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 17,191 miles

slight bind noted to front brake

slight blow on exhaust

How Reliable is the Suzuki VS750?

Based on 1,816 MOT tests across 223 vehicles.

83.5%
Pass Rate
338
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
223
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 15
Horn not working 12
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C47 FAF is a 1985 Suzuki VS750 in Maroon with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki VS750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 29,578 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki VS750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C47 FAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VS750 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki VS750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C47 FAF registered?

C47 FAF is a 1985 Suzuki VS750, first registered on 6 August 1985.

Is C47 FAF safe to buy?

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