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C958 JAT

1986 Suzuki GS450

Black Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,318 mi
Last recorded34,318 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1986 Suzuki GS45029,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC958 JAT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS450
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 34,318 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 34,310 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 34,142 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 33,599 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 33,599 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 2 Apr 2007 33,282 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 33,282 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 32,441 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS450?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 213 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
377
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 9
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C958 JAT is a 1986 Suzuki GS450 in Black with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Suzuki GS450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 29,806 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 GS450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C958 JAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS450 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 40 years old, this Suzuki GS450 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C958 JAT registered?

C958 JAT is a 1986 Suzuki GS450, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C958 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C958 JAT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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