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C495 TRP

1986 Suzuki GS850

Silver Petrol 843cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

63,130 mi
Last recorded63,130 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1986 Suzuki GS85039,055 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC495 TRP
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine843cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 63,130 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 62,958 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 62,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 May 2023 62,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 62,526 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 62,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 62,002 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2020 60,978 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Jul 2020 60,976 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 60,964 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 60,945 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 60,828 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jul 2017 60,828 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure cracked clutch cable broken (6.1.1a)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride missing from front axle (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (3.2.B3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering lock stop ineffective handle bar switches hit the petrol tank when on lock to lock (2.1.3)

Pass 29 May 2013 60,814 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 59,410 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 56,997 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 55,650 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 53,951 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 52,221 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 51,534 miles

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

none standard exhaust fitted by no more noise than standard

Pass 19 Jun 2006 49,953 miles

exhaust not standard but noise level ok

front position lamp inop

horn starting to to fade on tone

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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C495 TRP is a 1986 Suzuki GS850 in Silver with a 843cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 39,055 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 C495 TRP, 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 40 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C495 TRP registered?

C495 TRP is a 1986 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 5 July 1986.

Is C495 TRP safe to buy?

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