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C540 ERL

1985 Suzuki GS650

Black Petrol 673cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

53,822 mi
Last recorded53,822 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Suzuki GS65042,316 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Suzuki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC540 ERL
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS650
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine673cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 53,822 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 53,693 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 53,693 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 53,642 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Jun 2020 53,642 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2016 53,307 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 52,470 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 52,470 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 52,272 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 52,135 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 50,530 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2009 50,530 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 49,850 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 49,850 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2007 49,153 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 49,153 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 48,307 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS650?

Based on 2,448 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
323
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 21
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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C540 ERL is a 1985 Suzuki GS650 in Black with a 673cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki GS650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 42,316 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 GS650 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C540 ERL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS650 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki GS650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C540 ERL registered?

C540 ERL is a 1985 Suzuki GS650, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C540 ERL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C540 ERL shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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