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COX 468V

1980 Suzuki GS850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,609 mi
Last recorded62,609 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 1980 Suzuki GS85037,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOX 468V
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS850
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 62,609 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2014 62,609 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 52,732 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 52,556 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 50,611 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 50,512 miles

both front fork legs have a slight misting of oil + offside fork slightly pitted

front tyre perrished

headlamp image taped

Pass 24 Feb 2007 50,364 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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COX 468V is a 1980 Suzuki GS850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Suzuki GS850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 37,742 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 COX 468V, 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 46 years old, this Suzuki GS850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was COX 468V registered?

COX 468V is a 1980 Suzuki GS850, first registered on 20 February 1980.

Is COX 468V safe to buy?

The MOT history for COX 468V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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